I've just received my Russian visa using www.Russia-visa.com, which is the website for the company OLNA, Inc., based in Arlington, Va. The experience was totally positive, simple, and problem free.

Their procedure consisted of my filling out a form on their website which was transmitted to them electronically, supplying credit card information for billing, and sending my passport to them. That was it - no Russian government paper application form to fill out, no need to get an invitation (they supplied it), no need to go to or send anything to a Russian consulate or embassy, etc. It couldn't have been easier.

OLNA kept me informed by email of every step along the way - that they received my application and passport, that the documents had been taken to the Russian embassy, that the embassy had approved my application, and that the visa was on it's way to me. The entire process was completed and I had my visa in hand in less than the specified time requested. And, their rates are competetive with other such companies (they actually have a price match guarantee). One proviso -their website will not accept an application more than 45 days before the specified entry date into Russia because the Russian government won't process a visa application more than 45 days in advance.

Based on this totally positive experience, I would highly recommend russia-visa.com for anyone needing a Russian visa. I hope this is of use to someone.




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Mike

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Mike