Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
In practice, Russia tends to give dates for single-entry visas that allow a bit of leeway, IME entry one day early and exit two days late. This has happened to me without asking; they apparently just adjust the dates from your plane ticket details.
Well, I sure hope this is true, though I hate to leave it to chance. I would rather know for certain, beforehand, that I will be given extra days so that I won't get stranded.