In the RA National Security Service the provision of information is carried out under the decision of the RA Government of 15.10.2015 N 1204-N on ''Establishing the order for registration, classification and storing of the information processed by the owner of the information or of the information delivered to him, as well as for provision of information or its duplicate (copy) by bodies of State and local self- government, State institutions and organizations''. At the same time, according to the abovementioned decision, there is a possibility to send official electronic requests in the “Online Request” section of the official website of the National Security Service of RA. Requests must have electronic digital signature, provided for by the RA Law “On electronic document and electronic digital signature”.

The procedure for oral request is established by the RA Law “On Freedom of Information” according to Article 9, Part 5 of which:

The answer to the oral request is given if:

• the provision of the required information can prevent the dangers posing threat to the state, public security, public order, public health and morals, the rights and freedoms of others, the environment, and property of persons.
• it is necessary to verify the fact that the owner of the given information has the relevant information.
• it is necessary to clarify the procedure for discussing written requests by the owner of the given information.

Sample of information request

Sample

Organization’s or person’s name
Name and surname of the official providing information

Requestor’s name and surname
citizenship, address of residence, work or educational institution

(for legal entities: name and legal address)

Information Request

Dear Mr./Ms...................,
In accordance with Articles 42 and 51 of RA Constitution and Article 6 of RA Law “On Freedom of Information”, I ask you to provide information on __________________ (specify the information needed as precisely as possible).

According to Article 9 of RA Law “On Freedom of Information” a response to a written information request from citizens is given within 5 days after its receipt, except for information requiring additional work (within 30 days). Thus, I request to reply to my information request in the manner and terms prescribed by the law.
In case of refusal to provide information, I ask you to inform me about the grounds of refusal in written form (Article 11) and, if possible, provide the address of a state body or official to whom I may send the request.

(I am ready to cover the costs of copying information).
Thank you in advance

Name, Surname, Signature

Date: