Editorial Policy
How we verify, write, and maintain accurate visa information
Our Mission
RussianVisa.co exists to provide the clearest, most accurate, and most up-to-date information about travelling to Russia. We serve over 500,000 travellers annually from 176 countries. Every piece of content on this site is written, reviewed, and maintained by qualified professionals with direct experience in Russian consular affairs and immigration law.
We are an independent informational resource and are not affiliated with any government body. Our revenue comes from providing visa invitation letter services, which allows us to keep all educational content free and accessible.
Our Expert Team
Every article and country guide is written and reviewed by professionals with verified credentials in immigration law, consular affairs, and travel documentation.
Anna Petrova
Senior Visa Consultant
Former consular officer with 12 years of experience in Russian visa processing and immigration law.
Dmitry Volkov
e-Visa & Digital Services Specialist
Technology and travel documentation specialist focused on Russia's electronic visa system and digital border services.
Maria Kuznetsova
Travel Safety & Practicalities Editor
Experienced travel journalist covering Russia and the CIS region for over 10 years, specialising in safety and logistics.
Fact-Checking Process
Every piece of information published on RussianVisa.co goes through a rigorous multi-step verification process before it reaches our readers.
Primary Source Research
We begin with official government sources: the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MID), the Consular Department, and the official e-Visa portal (evisa.kdmid.ru). We cross-reference with embassy websites and official gazettes.
Multi-Source Verification
Every claim is verified against at least two independent sources. We check government databases, official fee schedules, and published bilateral agreements. When sources conflict, we contact the relevant consulate directly.
Expert Review
All content is reviewed by a qualified team member with direct professional experience in the relevant area. Country guides are reviewed by Anna Petrova (CIC), technical content by Dmitry Volkov, and travel safety content by Maria Kuznetsova.
Real-World Validation
We validate information against real applicant experiences. Our team processes thousands of visa invitation letters monthly, giving us direct insight into current processing times, document requirements, and common issues.
Continuous Monitoring
We monitor official MFA announcements, government gazettes, and policy changes daily. When regulations change, affected pages are updated within 24-48 hours and marked with a visible 'Updated' timestamp.
Our Sources
We rely on authoritative, verifiable sources for all factual claims:
Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MID)
Primary
Consular Department of Russia
Primary
Official e-Visa portal (evisa.kdmid.ru)
Primary
Embassy & consulate websites
Primary
VFS Global official portal
Secondary
Russian Government Gazette
Primary
Bilateral visa agreements
Primary
IATA Travel Centre
Secondary
Foreign government travel advisories
Secondary
Direct consulate communications
Primary
Update Frequency
Visa regulations change frequently. We maintain a strict update schedule to ensure our information remains current:
| Content Type | Review Cycle | Trigger Updates |
|---|---|---|
| Country visa guides | Monthly | Policy change within 24-48h |
| Consulate information | Bi-weekly | Reported changes within 24h |
| e-Visa eligibility | Weekly | Official portal changes within 12h |
| Processing times & fees | Monthly | Fee schedule changes within 48h |
| Blog articles & guides | Quarterly | Relevant policy changes within 1 week |
Corrections Policy
If we discover an error or receive a correction from a reader, we act immediately:
- Factual errors are corrected within 24 hours of discovery
- Corrected content is marked with an updated timestamp
- Significant corrections are noted at the top of the article
- We never silently delete content — corrections are transparent
- Readers can report errors via support@ivisa.ru
Editorial Independence
Our editorial content is completely independent of our commercial services. The information in our country guides, blog articles, and consulate pages is never influenced by commercial considerations. Our visa invitation letter service is clearly separated from our informational content, and we always recommend the official government channels (e-Visa portal, direct consulate submission) where they are available and appropriate for the traveller's situation.
Report an Error
Found outdated or incorrect information? We take accuracy seriously. Please contact our editorial team at support@ivisa.ru with the page URL and a description of the issue. We investigate every report and respond within 48 hours.