- The international marriage agency “Athena” is part of the international network of marriage agencies “Athena International”, which has been operating in Ukraine since 2000. Our head office is located in Sevastopol. In total, there are six branches in Ukraine - in Kyiv, Mykolaiv, Simferopol, Kherson, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia. Most often, men from the USA, Italy, Spain, and Germany turn to us in search of Ukrainian brides. Somewhat less often - from Canada and Japan. Sometimes our former compatriots come in search of a wife. According to one of them, “there are no beauties there, all the beauties stayed here!” Well, it’s pleasant to hear that. But still, the basis of interest in our women is their femininity, devotion to family and children. Of course, in most cases, people find us through our website. However, sometimes foreigners come to us who arrive in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities for contract work or business trips.
The Kyiv branch of “Athena International” has been operating for two years. As of today, our database contains approximately 750 profiles of Kyiv women and over 35,000 profiles of women from other cities. About 30% of them are young (18-28 years old) single women. But still, the majority of our female clients are those who have already had sad family experience. And, probably, my first advice is specifically for them.
Remember, the most important thing is the desire to take a step toward fate. How often do I have to see women who, after an unsuccessful family life experience, are simply afraid to change anything in their lives, give up, lose confidence in themselves. In fact, it is an active desire for change that allows you to make acquaintances with new people, achieve something in your life. And you should not be afraid of age or suspect yourself of being unattractive! A serious marriage agency has no age restrictions.
Quite recently, a woman of about fifty came to us and... burst into tears! After almost three decades of marriage, her husband left her. According to her, she was simply in despair. And then once, when she was visiting a friend, complaining about her life, the friend advised her to contact a marriage agency. This woman was our client for about three months, and then she asked to remove her photo from the database: she had developed a very serious relationship with an American businessman from Alaska. Soon he is coming to Kyiv, and we all hope that they will unite their destinies.
And to young girls I would recommend taking contacting a marriage agency more seriously. Some simply are “not mature enough” for marriage! And the men who correspond with them are set on starting a family, they conjure up a fairy tale in their minds, and, believe me, sometimes you really feel sorry for them!
Some women are embarrassed that their photos are posted on our website: they say, “What if I’m not chosen at all?” Experience shows that today the Internet is one of the most effective ways of international dating. The fact is that our clients are successful businessmen who work a lot. For them, the Internet is a way of life. Yes, it is they who are the first to contact a woman and start correspondence with her. But the final choice (often from a dozen candidates) is made by the woman! Sometimes, very tactfully, we advise our clients, prompt them, draw attention to the profile of a woman who, in our opinion, suits him. But, I repeat, this is very individual. The special feature of our agency is precisely individual work with people. We do not hold socials (mass meetings with many participants), but arrange full support for each client, male and female. This includes organizing the meeting, constant presence of an interpreter (if necessary), translation of letters, and flower delivery ordering and gifts. Such a list of services is typical for any reputable agency.
By the way, difficulties in communication often arise precisely because of the language barrier. An experienced interpreter tries to be a shadow during dates, but it is still better to have at least basic knowledge of a foreign language. Sometimes our women ask: “How is it better to conduct correspondence - independently or through an agency?” If you have a good command of a foreign language, are able to freely maintain written communication, and are a good psychologist, you can correspond on your own. Otherwise, we still recommend using the services of an agency. By the frequency of correspondence (and sometimes a man writes almost daily), one can to some extent judge the seriousness of his intentions. After all, why hide it, a month of such correspondence, taking into account the cost of translation, costs him about $1,000.
If we are already talking about the financial side, it is worth noting that in reputable marriage agencies all material concerns fall on the man’s shoulders. In general, that is how it should be in life, isn’t it? For women, all our services are free.
And finally, small but important secrets. A lot depends on a good photo. Moreover, it does not have to be a work of art by a professional photographer. The most important thing is that in this photo you should like yourself! It can be an ordinary amateur photo, but heartfelt, natural, cheerful. Sometimes girls bring us their albums with home photos, and our staff helps select those that will be liked and attract attention. We do not accept “passport-style” photos or photos against the background of unfinished bottles at lavish restaurant feasts. We certainly do not take photos in a semi-undressed form or in swimsuits in a home or studio environment. By the way, if some agency requires exactly such photos from you, think carefully about whether it is worth using their services.
Another important factor in successfully arranging your personal life is being oriented toward a positive result. A reputable marriage agency works only with people who have serious intentions. This means that at the time of registration with the agency, you must not be married. And you must be prepared that this and other important information you provide about yourself may be verified by the agency's staff. And as soon as our female clients receive a letter from a man, they immediately get full information about him from us. The seriousness of intentions and the integrity of both sides - this is where the road to each other begins.
And most importantly, do not be afraid to be sincere in your feelings! I always advise women: if when meeting the person you corresponded with, a feeling of sympathy does not arise, wait, do not rush. You need to be firmly confident that your other half exists somewhere, to look for them and never lose hope!