Legal Immigration DNA Testing 
 

When would I need a DNA test for immigration? 

After a US citizen or permanent resident (petitioner) files an application for a relative’s (beneficiary) citizenship, passport, or immigrant visa, the U.S. Embassy/Consulate, USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services), or U.S. Passport agency may suggest DNA testing. DNA testing is the only method accepted to prove a genetic relationship between petitioner and beneficiary.  

It is very important that you choose a laboratory, such as Labcorp, that is accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies (AABB). All parts of the immigration testing process, including scheduling the appointment, should be managed by the AABB accredited laboratory and not a third-party administrator.
 

What’s the step-by-step process to set up a legal immigration DNA test? 

1. Contact an AABB accredited DNA laboratory

It is important that you choose a laboratory, such as Labcorp, that is accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies (AABB). All parts of the immigration testing process, including scheduling the appointment, should be managed by the AABB accredited laboratory and not a third party.

2.  Provide Case Information

Submit documentation from the requesting U.S. government agency along with petitioner and beneficiary contact information.

3. Schedule your DNA specimen collection appointment 

a. For individuals in the U.S. - Labcorp has an extensive network of certified DNA collection facilities throughout the U.S. This allows Labcorp to provide convenient times and locations for DNA specimen collections.  
b. For Individuals overseas, Labcorp will ship DNA supplies to the U.S. Embassy or consulate abroad. They will contact the petitioner/beneficiary to provide a DNA sample. All DNA specimen collections must be performed by a designated physician in the consular section of the U. S. Embassy or Consulate.   The U.S. Embassy or Consulate will then ship the DNA sample back to Labcorp for processing.
c. All DNA specimen collections include appropriate chain of custody documentation.

4. Results

DNA test results are sent to the appropriate USCIS, U.S. Embassy/Consulate or Refugee/Resettlement Agency, with a copy to the U.S. individual. 

Why Choose Labcorp for your immigration DNA testing? 

  • Labcorp has conducted genetic marker testing for relationship evaluation for more than 40 years, including relationships of parent/child, siblings, uncle-nephew, uncle-niece, and many other relationships typically seen in immigration casework. 
  • Our methods and procedures are reviewed as part of the accreditation process by the AABB, as well as other accreditation agencies. 
  • Labcorp’s quality control programs meet or surpass requirements set by the federal government and other licensing agencies. 
  • Labcorp was the first national DNA laboratory to offer a 21-marker genetic analysis in combination with our standard double-blind process on every case. 
  • Labcorp has reported more than 2 million DNA relationship cases to a wide variety of clients throughout the world.
  • Labcorp has highly experienced Immigration DNA specialists that are available to assist you every step of the way with your Immigration DNA testing needs.
  • We provide more than 2,000 Labcorp patient service centers for DNA specimen collections conveniently located across the U.S.
     
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What type of specimen is needed for DNA testing?

    The preferred DNA specimen is a buccal (cheek) swab. Buccal swabs are non-invasive, painless, easier to collect and ship.

     

  • Can testing be done if people live in different countries?

    Yes. The DNA specimen for individuals in the U.S. will be collected at one of our extensive network of certified collection sites throughout the U.S.  The DNA specimen for any individual outside of the U.S. will be collected at the U.S. embassy/consulate abroad.

  • What do I need to bring to the testing site?

    All adult individuals will need to bring government-issued photo identification. All minors will need to bring birth certificate, social security card, and/or government-issued photo identification.

  • How do I select a DNA laboratory?

    It is very important that you choose a laboratory, such as Labcorp, that is accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies (AABB). Do not use a third-party administrator for your immigration DNA testing.

  • Are there any extra fees for DNA specimen collections?

    There are no additional fees for specimen collection(s) when DNA samples are collected at a Labcorp-operated collection site. Additional fees may apply for samples collected at a non-Labcorp facility.

    In addition to the fees charged by Labcorp, each individual tested at the U.S. Embassy/Consulate is required to pay for the services of the DNA specimen collection technician. Please follow instructions from the U.S. Embassy post. 

  • Is DNA testing covered by health insurance?

    DNA testing is considered a non-medical test and is not covered by health insurance plans.

  • What payment methods are accepted?

    All major credit and debit cards.

Our immigration DNA specialists are here to help. 

To get your DNA testing started, order now or call us at 877-370-1129 for more information. 

 

Labcorp is an AABB-Accredited DNA testing laboratory. Our results are accepted for immigration testing purposes.