Virtual visitation is a form of visitation in child custody arrangements, and relies on videoconferencing, videotelephony, and other technology to maintain the parent-child relationship when the parent and child are separated by significant distances. Virtual visitation may be a viable option for at least some visitation when the child lives in another city, town, or state with the custodial parent, or when one parent travels for work and is away from home for extended periods. Although virtual visitation has its limitations, some states have passed laws (statutes) that allow courts to order online/electronic/internet/virtual visitation. And some courts in states without specific laws on virtual visitation have considered or ordered it, based on the overarching standard of what is in the best interest of the child.

In Idaho, as of the current knowledge cutoff in 2023, there is no specific statute that explicitly addresses virtual visitation in the context of child custody arrangements. However, Idaho courts focus on the best interest of the child when making custody and visitation determinations, as outlined in Idaho Code § 32-717. While the state statutes do not explicitly mention virtual visitation, Idaho courts have the discretion to consider all relevant factors that would affect the best interest of the child, which could include the use of technology to maintain parent-child relationships. Therefore, if virtual visitation is deemed to serve the child's best interests, especially in situations where parents live far apart or one parent travels frequently, a court in Idaho may order virtual visitation as part of a custody or visitation arrangement. It is advisable for parents to consult with an attorney to understand how the principles of the best interest of the child may apply to virtual visitation in their specific circumstances.