The truth of the matter is that theres no set time or agreed-upon number of dates to have before making a relationship official. For example, there are relationships that become official after just a few dates, while there are other relationships that become official after a few months.

How long into dating do you become official?

The two month rule. While of course its different for everyone, according to relationship psychologist and data analyst Claire Stott, 2 months is an optimum amount of time for the average couple to date before they start a relationship.