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 New Hampshire, virtual visitation is not explicitly outlined in state statutes as a distinct form of visitation for child custody arrangements. However, New Hampshire courts focus on the best interest of the child when making custody and visitation determinations, as per New Hampshire RSA 461-A:6. While the law does not specifically mention virtual visitation, courts have the discretion to include virtual visitation as part of a parenting plan if it is deemed to be in the child's best interest. This can be particularly relevant in situations where parents live far apart or when one parent has work commitments that involve travel. The use of technology such as video calls, messaging, and other forms of electronic communication can be incorporated into visitation schedules to maintain and support the parent-child relationship despite physical distances.