Russian marriage agencies are numerous in the majority of Russian cities. The mail order brides industry in Russia has been experiencing a real boom recently. Every week Internet directories add from five to seven new marriage agencies representing mail order brides from Russia. Many tourist agencies that have too few clients after the crisis of 1998 also decided to try on the role of international matchmakers.
Russian marriage agencies charge for their services something from 100 to 3000 rubles. It can offer mail order brides a limited membership (for half a year or a year) or a permanent one. In case of permanent membership you are considered to be a client of the agency until you get married.
What do mail order brides get for their money? The agency would place your info on its Web page (if it has one), send your profile to foreign affiliate agencies and will give you an access to men's catalogues. The agency would also help you with translation and email correspondence. If the agency has good contacts abroad, some foreigners might visit your city looking for a bride.