Written information request to a public body — sample 2026

What the document contains

1. To whom: the head of the body that holds the information
2. The applicant: name, surname, citizenship, place of residence, work or study, contacts
3. The title “Request”, a subtitle about providing information, and a reference to the Freedom of Information law
4. A precise ordered list of the information wanted
5. How to answer: by e-mail or post, and the address

What to know before signing

• The request states the applicant’s name, surname, citizenship and place of residence, work or study, and is signed; a company states its name and location. Without these data it may be left unanswered.
• No reason for wanting the information is required.
• The answer is due within five days, or within 30 days when extra work is needed, with a notice in five days.

Sample wording in Armenian

Legal basis

• «Տեղեկատվության ազատության մասին» ՀՀ օրենք

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