text: when is the best time to meet the person you are dating online? i met my bf through the intenet and we have been communicating constantly for close to 2 years now but we never met each other in person yet. since he is an american and i am an asian i think he can have more chances of visiting me. yes, he wanted to see me too but my question is when??? at times it makes me frustrated. i appreciate any advice. thanks. after two years i would say anytime. but make sure it is in a public place or with friends or family. in this world you can never play it too safe. he will be fine with that i am sure.  and i know your frustration. i met my current wife on-line. however we were much closer to each other......both in th u.s. and only 350 miles apart...so could get together over a weekend.  in your case it is much more difficult. have you really worked out how you may eventually get together. i hope you have as you then have something to look forward to.