An important question everyone seeking long distance relationship advice asks is how long you can go without seeing your partner. Ideally every three months is the minimum, says Rami Fu, a dating coach and expert, although your timeframe can vary as long as you agree on it together.

How long should you wait to meet in a long distance relationship?

These means of communication are perfectly acceptable to learn about the person. But you wont know what theyre like and how it feels to be next to them until you meet each other in real life. A long-distance relationship without meeting in person shouldnt last longer than two or three months.

How long should you date someone online before meeting?

“Four to five days of chatting before you initiate the date is often the sweet spot. It gives you enough time to build that foundation of trust, but its not so long that the momentum drops off.”