Overview
Immigration DNA testing has become the gold standard for immigration cases based on genetic family relationships.
AB Immigration DNA testing NYC be potentially useful to make decisions about family reunification in cases that lack documentary evidence such as birth certificates, photos or other, to establish a biological relationship.
Immigration DNA testing can help immigration authorities as well as applicants who do not have any other form of identification.
However, for immigration DNA testing in NYC to help rather than hinder the family reunification process, its use must be closely monitored, and comply with all legal requirements established by United States government agencies.
DNA testing is usually considered a useful resource when no other evidence is available and the applicant would be rejected otherwise.
Facts
If you, as a direct relative, wish to sponsor the immigration to the United States of a relative who is outside the United States (In this case, you are the petitioner, and the person residing outside the United States is the beneficiary), you must provide evidence of your relationship with that person.
A birth certificate or other document of that category can be sufficient evidence of your family relationship. But, if the requesting U.S. government agency or institution has reason to question the evidence presented or if its documentation is determined to be insufficient or inconclusive, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), a US embassy, State Department, or other US government agency may suggest an immigration DNA test as an option. Immigration DNA testing is an accepted non-documentary method of proving a biological relationship.
If there is valid documentation showing the relationship between the petitioner and the beneficiary, this may be the first option to consider. But the government agency in charge of these immigration legal processes will let you know if there is a problem that immigration DNA testing can help solve. Typically, paternity tests or maternity relationships are requested.
So, if this is the case, your petition or application may need an immigration DNA test. But keep in mind that while immigration DNA testing can strengthen your application and improve the chances that your petition or application will be viable and approved, it does not guarantee subsequent approval of the application.
At Immigration DNA Testing NYC we work in accordance with the regulations of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the US Embassies, the Department of State and other US government agencies. At Immigration DNA Testing NYC individuals and their families who apply for immigrant visas can meet all legal requirements.
If you receive notification from any of the national agencies listed above, immigration DNA testing must be performed by an AABB-accredited relationship testing laboratory. At immigration DNA Testing NYC we provide you with all the necessary guidance and advice so that you can perform your DNA test in one of the approximately 40 laboratories accredited by the AABB.
Once you receive a letter from the requesting government agency, you must choose an AABB-accredited laboratory, and it is in this process that we guide you, so that you fully comply with all legal requirements.
A look at the process
On a regular basis, accredited laboratories will request your case number to continue with the process of obtaining and analyzing DNA specimens.
The AABB accredited laboratory will send a DNA collection kit to the US Embassy or the USCIS office in the beneficiary’s home country, in many cases the beneficiary may also be within the United States.
That agency will collect the beneficiary’s DNA specimen and send them back to the AABB-accredited laboratory. Collection of the petitioner’s specimen will also be arranged at a collection facility close to the petitioner.
Once the test is complete, the results of the immigration DNA test will be sent directly to the requesting immigration office.
Useful and verified information on important aspects to consider about the Immigration DNA testing
Performing the immigration DNA test is voluntary; you decide if you want to do it or not.
Most US government agencies will only accept results collected under the oral method. This method consists of removing a small amount of genetic material from the inside of the mouth, it is simple, clean and non-invasive.
The cost of the test and all expenses incurred (such as medical fees, payment for shipping service, payment to the AABB approved laboratory, etc.) are the responsibility of the petitioner and the beneficiary, and must be paid by advance.
For visa issuance purposes, the Embassy will only accept the original DNA genetic test results that are sent directly to the Embassy by the laboratory that performed the test. This is for the purpose of ensuring that the US visa issuance process is in compliance with regulations.
The DNA test will only be valid if the collection that has been done abroad has been carried out at the United States Embassy.
Conclusion
As we have explained throughout the article, an immigration DNA test is an accepted method of proving the biological ties that exist between family members.
This method is a way to prove such family relationships, and if certain legal requirements are met, it can help make a visa application viable.
Many variables are involved in this entire process, so we hope that by obtaining the appropriate advice you can perform your DNA test for immigration purposes in a safe way and with 100% objective results.
For a full consultation, schedule your appointment at AB Immigration DNA Testing NYC or to learn more about our services, call us today or contact us through our website.
