Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this website?
CupidAgents.com provides individualized search services for single men. The purpose of this site is to assist single men seeking women to find a Russian woman for friendship, romance or marriage.

How can I be sure that the information in the women’s profiles is correct?
Cupidagents.com has a good name and we hold dear our reputation. Our agency runs business according to high standards of the new century. We are known for open and honest business. Our services give you an opportunity not only to correspond with the women but also to contact them on the phone and even meet them. Please be sure that the information in the ladies’ profiles, sent to you, is correct. Before adding any person to our database our manager contacts them through phone and checks personal information they provide us. Only after this, we add her to our database. Afterwards, we regularly check ladies' contact information. In case of any changes, we disable the woman’s profile until she renews the contact information about her. You will not be given any incorrect information in either case. We also have a special Anti-Scamware engine and struggle against scammers day and night. Just keep it in mind that if you have any doubts or whatever about some particular person, feel free to contacts our Customer Support and they will be glad to help you and to reply to all your questions.

What is the service payment method?
We prefer to use a secure bank transfer method. However, you may also use Western Union or MoneyGram for payments.

Why do Russian women want to marry foreigners?
Let us try to single out the objective reasons for this choice of Russian women: 1. There are not enough men in Russia to find a partner. It is a well-known fact that there are fewer men than women in Russia. Men die earlier. As a result, not every tenth woman at the age of 35 can find a partner for a marriage. 2. Bad habits. Russian men enjoy a great popularity all over the world, thanks to their hard drinking. This problem exists in other countries as well, but not on such large scale. People are so accustomed to that misfortune, that if a husband does not drink, he is considered to be almost an angel, even if his character is far from perfect. The other problem is many men practice promiscuity. They believe that they should be allowed to have as many mistresses as they want and are often emotionally and physically abusive. 3. Crisis of modern Russia. Living standards in Russia differ from Western ones. In addition, the stability that is a dream of every family moves away further and further as an optical illusion. A decent woman wishes happiness and well-being to her children, she wants them to be happy and have assured future, and it's impossible with the current situation in Russia, so for her children. On the contrary to popular belief, most of these Women do not cherish the idea of leaving their beautiful country, family and friends to a foreign culture abroad. The real and fundamental reason why women look for a life partner abroad is that they are not happy in their own country. It is simple. Single women, frustrated by their love life, do not want to stay alone during the whole life and have a right for the happiness and decent life. In fact, Russian women, despaired in the reality of Russian society are very brave and adventurous, as they have courage to face a new life, full of handicaps and misunderstanding, but a getaway to the made-up paradise.

Are Russian women's personalities different from Western women?
It is a well-known fact that Russia is famous for Russian brides. They are the most beautiful, feminine, tender, sensitive and loving women one can imagine, and the second well-known fact is generally accepted that a Russian wife is the best wife. What makes Russian women so desirable? Why are so many Western men seeking women from Russia? There exists only one answer – Russian women’s personalities are different from what they got used to see in Western women. Russian women are the most beautiful, sincere and loving women on earth. Most of Russian women take good care of themselves; they are slim and are in excellent shape. They differ from Western women because Russian women are not materialistic - a man cannot buy their love - he must instead win her heart. Russian women are known for their loyalty, for being affectionate, caring, and very family-oriented. Russian wife is always ready and willing to compromise on all issues. Russian women are also very smart and hard working. They can do it all: they are good lovers, dedicated mothers, great cooks, they are tidy and organized, and have proven to be very competent and reliable professionals! These characteristics make Russian women superior to most Western women who do not possess these qualities.

Can Russian women speak any foreign languages?
All Russian people learn English or German, rarely French at school. English is more spread, when other languages are less in common. Nearly every person can say a word or two in English. In small towns, only few people can speak good English or French, etc. In cities like Moscow, St. Petersburg, Ekaterinburg more people speak good English, German or French, sometimes Spain or Italian. Most of the women who apply to our agency can at least read and understand English. About 75% can speak some English, and probably 35% speak good English. However, it is also possible to find ladies speaking other languages, simply indicate it in a subscription form (profile).

Can CupidAgents help me to find a woman from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tatarstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Belarus or other countries of the former Soviet Union (CIS), if I did not find them in the base of ladies?
CupidAgent has a unique search-engine tool which helps us in search of women beyond our own database. Therefore, all you have to do is to pass our free and easy registration procedure and indicate in the column "Your Ideal Match's Country of Birth, or Nationality" the country of a women you want to find Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Ukraine, etc. or her nationality e.g. Tatar woman. And our managers will begin the search of your ideal match in the indicated country. After three days, you will begin receiving their profiles, with all available information about them by that time.

Can I indicate a few countries in the column "Your Ideal Match's Country of Birth, or Nationality"?
Yes, of course you can. You are not limited in the number of countries where your Ideal life-partner may live. Just indicate these countries and our managers will begin their search for you.

Is there any appreciable difference between Russian and other women from the then USSR - for example, Ukrainian or Belarusian? What is the difference between women from all the other 15 republics of the former USSR?
SLAVONIC WOMEN
Russians in social consciousness have the richest connotation and description, full of images. Undoubtedly, it is difficult to find a person in the CIS, who will not be able to give an associated image or description of Russian man or Russian woman, in particular. By frequency of usage, a record in this survey was beaten by Nekrasov’s phrase “She will pull up a galloping horse and will enter a house on fire”. Other ethnographic images are given as well: beauties of Kustodiyev and Vasnetsov, light brown plait, sarafan, birch, izba, yoke, baths, field, sky, peasant woman, (a stout young woman on farmer’s field, resting after work with a jug of milk and a round loaf of bread near her). Famous historical characters are given as well (grand duchess Olga, Catherine the Second), cultural symbols (Motherland), images of Russian literature (Natasha Rostova). Range of cuisine associations is not very wide (kalatch, pelmeni, borsch). Appearance of the Russian woman is related to common image of “baba” (peasant woman): fat, stout, big, plump woman with strong body, wheat-color hair, thick plait, and rouge on cheeks. In general, it is a non-imposing, simple beauty, this woman is not modern, wears a jersey and valenki (felt boots), works with pick hammer in tarpaulin boots, or a dairymaid, or a shop-tourist. They admit kindness and warmth of Russian woman as features of her love, patience, responsiveness, sincerity, or that comfort, by which western men are attracted, since she is a good housewife and mother, as a stove, near which one wants to rest. Nekrasov’s phrase has already included such features as strength, bravery, endurance, patience, diligence, responsibility and fight for justice, for this reason, probably, for some people Russian woman is fight and poetry. Reminding of the recent Soviet past, someone associated her with endless line. The realities of the last decade have added such characteristic details, as thinking in new fashion, but sees a way to become rich not in herself and her labor, but in sharp husband.

UKRAINIAN WOMEN
Ukrainian woman is not less vivid, with magnificent bust, cheerful, in embroidered costume, with necklaces and garland with many-colored ribbons, dancing hopak in cherevichkis or singing a long drawn-out song at her khutor. Ukrainian woman is, certainly, a beauty, blooming with health, vivid, with dark brows, loud-voiced with her hands on her both sides, plump, fat, stout, corpulent. Her culinary preferences are well known: fat, vareniki, borsch, galushki, shchi (cabbage soup), gorilka (vodka). It is not a secret for anyone, that she dominates in the family, commanding, but a good housewife and a free woman, in general. This risible songstress treats surrounding people with unconcealed interest, sometimes frivolous and vacillating, sometimes calm and always hospitable. One can envy her business grip and push: energetic, pushing, super jibbed, active, brisk, she will poke her nose into everything and will never stand aside, besides, she is skilful, bright, thrifty, a needle-woman, her house is tidy and cleanly.

BELARUSIAN WOMEN
Belarusian woman is not as vivid as Ukrainian, probably, does not differ in anything from a Russian, a villager, used to difficulties and uncertainty, not malicious, but a loud, simple woman. She is very serious and reliable. As wives, Belarusian woman is tender, romantic, sensual, loving, mindful and good housekeeper. As mother, she is caring and devoted towards her children. Belarusian woman had proved herself as a strong person worthy of admiration. In the present days of difficult changes, she is very inventive and always finds a way to satisfy the necessities of her family. The Belarusian woman is not only a protector of her family but she is also studious and has great general information. She strives and achieves great prestige in her profession. More and more Belarusian women excel as good specialists, reliable and far-seeing directors full of new creative ideas in the fields of the social and economical life.

ASIAN WOMEN
Kazakh woman is associated with steppe, a typical landscape environment of Kazakhstan. She is called a person of steppe (space and world of nomads), free and calm as steppe, sun, wind, water, a song of skylark, smoke of kizyak and presented on the background of jurt, mixing kumiss, or as a brave woman, riding a horse in the national cap with plumes. Someone is recalling Pushkin’s line “kalmyk, friend of steppes”, which is also related to steppe space and freedom. Frequent are images, related to Kazakh cuisine: kumiss, dough, besbarmak, piala, tea. In the appearance of Kazakh woman an accent is made on headscarf, swarthiness, round face, black plait, small figure, beauty. Beauty is identified as neither Eastern, nor Asian, apart from other ethnic groups, as we will see below. In the appearance of the Kazakh woman there is no eroticism, sexuality, excessive brightness. It is mentioned, that Kazakh woman is an advanced modern beauty, keeping pace with the times; a stylish resident of Alma Ata with a high self-appraisal, trying to escape an imposed image of Oriental woman, but not being successful in everything. Nevertheless, they note her submissiveness, connection with home hearth, fulfillment of role of mother, daughter-in-law, having big family, many children and having to observe customs, traditions and ceremonies. Psychological qualities of Kazakh woman speak of low social status and home role: patient, obedient, long-suffering, helpless; fond of children, tender-hearted, responsive, ready to share, agreeable, obliging, hospitable, respect to elder people, respect for elders. However, this does not prevent her to be free and easy, proud, overbearing daring and inscrutable. Among few business qualities they mention diligence, efficiency, quickness and refinement.

TATAR WOMEN
Tatar women are associated with Tatar-Mongol conquest, seizure of Kazan, Suumbeki tower and other ethnographic details, such as: accordion, ichigi, music, dance and even princess (here one recalls a song “From behind an island to deep stream”, Stepan Razin and death of his beloved). On the other hand, in everyday communication Tatar women are known with delicious food, soft pastry, belyashi, echpochmak, cookies. Like Kazakh woman, Tatar woman is beautiful, has a headscarf, black plait, dark brows, she is famous with her cleanliness and neatness. She is a good homemaker, careful, modest, spirited calm and smart. Nevertheless, in opinion of respondents, she is distinguished with her cunning and reserved character. Social status of Tatar woman is higher, than that of Kazakh, Korean and Uigur women: she is emancipated intellectual, clever and energetic, businesslike and talented, pushing and adroit, obstinate and adaptable, knows how to keep her husband and increase richness.

UZBEK WOMEN
Uzbek woman is associated with plaits, many plaits, 25 plaits, million plaits, plaits, girl with a thousand plaits and fine skullcap. This is a woman in striped dress with short trousers, having many children. As a rule, she is slim, dark-complexioned and colorful; she loves shining fabrics; many-colored trousers, silk dresses; colorful robes, her past is yashmak. In her youth, Uzbek woman is beautiful, but her beauty is quickly passes away. She is also quite loud, with loud speech. However, social status of Uzbek woman causes compassion: submissiveness, deprived of any rights, meekness, defenseless, repressed sexuality, exhausted, dependent, limited without any role in family, adherence to traditions - such are the most frequently mentioned expressions about her place in the society and family. It is noted, that few Uzbek women study in higher educational establishments, usually they are entirely housewives; there are two types of Uzbek women” much emancipated and those, who from their youth, being afraid of condemnation, did not get beyond defined patriarchal rules. These women are not required, that is why there are frequent cases of self-burning. The main role of Uzbek woman is her home role; she protects her home as a fortress, marries early and becomes downtrodden mother of family with many children, which subsequently exploits her daughters-in-law. As for psychology of Uzbek woman, she is imperturbable, quiet, warm, closed, knows which side her bread is buttered, sometimes coquettish, and, as a rule, generous.

Summing it all up, we can say that all 15 republics are 15 completely different nationalities, customs and religions, and completely different languages, unrelated to Russian language. If woman is Russian, she will have a European look despite living in any of the 15 republic. Actually, it is not easy to find someone in Russia with 100% Russian blood. In a European looking girl, you can find a mixture of Russian, Tartar or Kazakh blood. Pure Ukrainians have two types of people: blondes with blue eyes and black hair with brown eyes. Pure Belarusians are blond, pure Estonians have a very Scandinavian look with pale-blond hair and cold blue eyes. Pure Russians are blonde-haired person. Georgians and Armenians look like Italians. Russian women live in all of the republics, because their ancestors immigrated there years ago.

What is the attitude of Russian women to religion?
Some people ask if it is true that the majority of Russians are Christian believers. I am afraid to disappoint you - it is not true. For many years, religion in former USSR was prohibited that is why many young women have a slight idea of Christianity. However, it has now become somewhat fashionable to call oneself a Christian, go to Church, and observe religious rituals. But the fact is that there are very few Russians who read the Gospel (and more importantly understand and accept it) and who have a clear idea of what Christianity truly is. It is equally important to note that, even if a Russian woman has been brought up in atheism and knows nothing about Christianity and Orthodox philosophy, the millennial monopoly of the Orthodox faith in Russia will undoubtedly have still influenced her character. It will have penetrated her soul and thoughts from the best pieces of Russian literature, music, and art, and will be a part of her. May be this is the origin of that eternal sorrow in the beautiful Russian eyes. Even if they are not believers, Russians are usually very spiritual. Their hearts are yearning and they are subconsciously seeking God. Summing it up, you should keep in mind a few things: 1. Many Russian girls nowadays consider themselves as Orthodox Christians but almost never attend Church or being very religious. 2. At present time, according to statistics, 60% of Russian women are Orthodox Christians, about 5% are Catholic Christians, 10% belong to other religions and about 25% are not religious at all. 3. Five republics of the ex-USSR consist of mainly Muslim population. There are also areas inside Russia (as Tatarstan) that consists of Muslim people. 4. Having over 25 nationalities and languages mixed within former USSR, Russian people are very patient and understanding to different religions.

Will Russian women consider interracial relationship?
In fact, many women will find it exciting to meet someone different and will have no objection for creating a family with a man of a different race. They simply do not think about it. The majority of Russian women will not consider an interracial marriage. As you know, there are not many people of African origin in Russia, so women do not put the requirement about the race on the first place. Former USSR consists of 15 republics; each of them is completely different nationality and ethnicity, and 15 different languages. Georgians and Armenians look like Italians, Estonians, Lithuanians and Latvians have Scandinavian look. Few republics (as Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Kyrgyzstan) have mainly yellow race population. Besides, there are native inhabitants of Asian race in Russia (Tatar, Bashkir, Buryat, Koreans and others), and this type of interracial marriages was not uncommon in the past and still takes place. Now, after a few hundred years of mixing, Russia itself consists of people with very mixed nationalities. You actually can very rarely find 100% Russian with pure Slavonic genes. Considering all this, I can say that Russians are proud that they do not have racial problems, there was never any form of racism in Russia and Russian girls are very tolerant to people of different races and cultures. However, there is no prejudice towards such marriages. They do not reproach somebody else with the marriage to a person of a different race. Besides, from the point of view of Russian girls, if you look white, you are white. They do not separate Hispanic and whites, for example.

I would like to go to Russia to visit my lady, but what about Russian mafia I do not want to be a victim!
First, I would like to give you advice - do not believe everything you hear on TV, radio and read in papers. The reporters are in habit to exaggerate everything connected with Russia. It is completely safe to walk in the cities, visit museums or even nightclubs; sometimes it is much safer to visit a nightclub than a museum. You will not become a victim of Russian mafia if you do not carry thousands cash in your pockets. Make all the purchases in supermarkets, exchange currency only in banks and never use help offered by strange people.

I would like to go to Russia to visit to my lady but I hardly know a word in Russian? Is it possible to find my way in case I get lost?
It is possible to find your way in Russia if you get lost. Nowadays, many travelers from abroad do not speak a word of Russian, and it does not prevent them from travelling around the country on their own without any problems. In case you get lost, you will have to ask probably a few persons about your way, and you will sure find somebody who can speak English. Russians are very helpful, and will be glad to assist you.

How much money would it cost to travel to Russia from the United States?
It depends on you - how expensive your habits are, on the period, you are going to stay and on the city, you are visiting. Moscow and St. Petersburg are very expensive. You may hope it will be enough to have about $100 a day in cash or travel checks. Anyway, you should have your credit card with you - Russia is unpredictable, and you may need some extra money. Make sure that all your travel arrangements are prepaid, and book through a well-established travel agency. A return ticket to Moscow will cost you about $500-1000 depending on the air company and the season.

Can a woman visit me first?
There are many different types of visas, a person can get for coming to USA. When seeking to legally bring a foreign woman to the United States, a person has several options: 1. Non–immigrant visa (visitor, student, or business) — unfortunately, the overwhelming majority of female visa applicants from countries of the former Soviet Union are denied by the U.S. consulates. When applying for any non–immigrant visa, it is vital for the visa applicant to show that her visit to the U.S. will be temporary, and that she will return to her home country upon the end of her visit. Applicants need to show strong family (leaving a child behind is not enough), social, and employment ties, financial assets, and/or previous travel experience to Western countries, as well as a legitimate, compelling reason for travel. Very few single, female applicants from the former Soviet Union can meet this burden. Those that do obtain such visas often do so under false pretenses, and upon discovery, may be deported and subsequently barred from entering the U.S. 2. Immigrant visa — it is possible to marry your fiancee in her country or a third country. There are pluses and minuses to this approach. Advantages: No need to adjust your wife's status after she arrives in the U.S. She arrives as a full–fledged immigrant. To live in the United States, or to work in the United States, she does not need advance permission or authorization from the INS (as is the case for the wife who entered on a fiancee visa and is adjusting her status in the U.S. after the marriage). She obtains U.S. citizenship faster, as the adjustment of status stage is omitted. Disadvantages: Entering into marriage entails legal and financial obligations, whereas utilizing a fiancee visa does not require the actual execution of the marriage. The fiancee visa may serve as a "get–to–know–each–other–better" visa (although the intent at the time of filing the application must be to enter into marriage), with 90 days to either enter into marriage or have your fiancee leave the U.S. Processing times for fiancee visas are significantly shorter. Marriage in Russia requires a waiting period of more than 30 days, with some exceptions. As you will be on the "home turf" of your fiancee, you are subject to the legal and documentation requirements of that country. 3. K–3 visa — this visa is a new creation of U.S. immigration law. It is very similar to the K–1 visa, but it is for those who are already married, or about to get married. A U.S. citizen's spouse may receive a K–3 visa, and her minor (unmarried, under the age of 21) child a K–4 visa. The visa may not be issued while your spouse is in the United States. It was designed to expedite the arrival of the spouse/child, without having to wait for the longer immigrant visa process to run its course. While faster than applying for an immigrant visa, it still requires additional paperwork and another application filing with the INS; usually takes longer than the K–1 visa process; requires adjustment of status in the U.S.; and because it is a new procedure, is subject to delays and uneven processing. USUALLY, THE MOST SUITABLE VISA IS THE K–1 FIANCEE VISA.

Who can qualify for a K-1 fiancee visa?
An American citizen can file a petition for a foreign fiancee. The couple must be free to marry, and must intend to marry within 90 days of the fiancee's entering the United States. In addition, the couple must have met at least once during the two years prior to filing the application (although this requirement can be waived in unusual circumstances).

What if she has children?
Any minor child (unmarried, under the age of 21) of your fiancee is automatically eligible for a K–2 visa. Because of foreign government requirements, the U.S. government, with some exceptions, does require a consent form from the father of the child. This issue can be quite vexing, and should be considered before the commencement of the process.

What documents are needed?
Statutory documents (e.g., birth certificates, divorce decrees) and biographical information, along with evidence reflecting the legitimacy of your intentions, are needed. After these forms are gathered, the appropriate USCIS forms are completed, and submitted together with the supporting documents to the appropriate USCIS Service Center.

What happens then?
The USCIS Service Center will either approve the petition (usually within 4–8 weeks) and notify the appropriate U.S. Embassy abroad, or will request additional information. Obviously, such requests are to be avoided as undue time will be lost. Once the Embassy is notified, the fiancee is invited to attend an interview. An additional package of application forms and supporting documentation must be prepared. As the sponsor, you must demonstrate an annual income of approximately $16,000, or sizable assets, and present documentation to this effect (tax return, bank statement, employer letter). Your fiancee must pass a medical exam at an authorized medical clinic; the exam encompasses tests for serious diseases such as AIDS, tuberculosis, cancer, as well as venereal diseases and pregnancy.

What takes place at the interview?
The interview takes place in the immigrant visa section of the U.S. Embassy. Upon entry into the Embassy, your fiancee will present her appointment invitation to the Russian clerk and wait for her name to be called. Upon being called, she will then present her documentation to the clerk. After document intake, your fiancee will wait to be called by the consular officer. This may take up to a couple of hours. The interview itself is usually fast, not more than 5–10 minutes. However, if there are issues that are more serious — e.g., your fiancee had spent substantial time in the U.S., a former boyfriend or ex–spouse writing a "poison pen" letter to the Embassy — then the interview may last up to an hour. Visas usually are issued within three working days after the interview; once issued, your fiancee may depart for the U.S. at any time within six months.

What else should I know?
The fiancee is admitted to the U.S. as a non–immigrant. The marriage must take place within 90 days of arrival; no extensions are permitted. After the marriage ceremony, a petition is then submitted to the USCIS to adjust her status to that of a conditional permanent resident. Prior to the successful passing of the adjustment of status interview, if your wife wishes to travel outside the United States or work, it will be necessary to obtain permission from the USCIS. After the adjustment petition is filed, it is then necessary to attend an interview at the local USCIS office (processing times vary greatly, but average 6–12 months), at which time the bona fides (co–habitation, joint accounts, joint property, photographs, bills) of the marriage are examined. Upon the successful passing of the interview, your wife becomes a conditional permanent resident (with her green card sent in the mail within a few months). If the marriage is preserved, the condition is removed at the end of two years of attainment of immigration status; if the marriage is terminated before that time, the ex–spouse will then be required to leave the United States (although there are some exceptions).

Should I send a lady any money when she asks me about it or I should not?
Some important information you have to know when you start serious correspondence with a lady. Nowadays the situation in the Internet has changed and we try to follow it. It is not enough to just provide both men and women with our services, but not to stay away from the communication itself. It is very important for us that our clients are satisfied with the services they get, so we try our best to, not only, provide them with our help but also be more personal and close. That is why here we give you some pieces of advice. It is already known by now that some women use men for scam by different means, whether they write themselves or through some agency, it happens pretty often. We try to follow the situation and check the women, who apply to our agency, but sometimes it is just impossible to see real intentions and of course, we cannot watch a lady 24 hours. However, when we get any complain from our clients we try to investigate the situation as fast as possible and if we know for sure that a girl is a scammer we remove her from our database and report to the officials. Please be careful when a women starts to ask you for money in a letter or during the personal meeting. Of course, it does not mean that she is 100% a scammer, but it can be a sign for you and we just would like to pay your attention to it. We cannot check all the women, but we can at least warn you now and you can make your own conclusions. If a woman really needs your help or you know that her situation is difficult and want to help her, somehow you can always find ways to do it with our help. You can always ask us for advice or for help in the situation and we will be glad to do it and find the solution together. Let us sum it up, if you correspond with a woman and suddenly in her letter she begs you to send her some money (because of the problems she has at work or there are some problems with an apartment she rents, with her health or her mother’s or grandmother’s health, etc) we highly recommend you not to do it. It's already a well know fact that some women use men for scam by different means and one of them is money request. They are not interested in you, but they just take you, as means of getting money, so please do not get into this trap. If something like that happens to you, please inform us about the money request and send us a copy of the letter where you are asked about financial support. We will investigate the case and will take proper measures.