Legal Grandparent DNA Testing

What Makes a Grandparent DNA Test “Legal”?

A grandparent DNA test is considered legal when a chain of custody is properly established. Which ensures the identity of the testing participants and keeps the integrity of the DNA samples from the time of collection through the completion of testing process.

Here’s what makes a grandparent DNA test legal:

• Identification: All participants must present valid, state-issued photo identification at the time of sample collection.
• Third-Party Sample Collection: DNA samples must be collected by a neutral, third-party collector. Participants cannot collect their own samples.
• Lab Accreditation: The testing laboratory must be accredited by the AABB, such as our partner DNA testing laboratory. This accreditation\ ensures your results will be accepted by all family courts and state agencies nationwide.
• Chain of Custody (COC): A detailed untampered documented process of a DNA test from the time of collection to the completion of your results.
• Results: Depending on the legal purpose (e.g., child support, immigration, or court proceedings), the laboratory may be required to send results directly to the requesting agency, such as USCIS or directly to a family court judge. In all cases the client will receive a copy of their DNA results for their records.

Please keep in mind, each case is handled individual basis, and result delivery requirements can vary based on the specific legal use. Contact our office at 800-219-4584 to speak with DNA Consultant today for free phone consultation.

When You Need a Legal Grandparent Test?

A legal grandparent DNA test is commonly performed under the following circumstances listed below.

• Immigrant visa evidence submission
• Estate cases
• Social Security Benefits
• Adding a father’s name to birth certificate

How much does a legal grandparent DNA testing cost?

Pricing for legal grandparent testing starts $350.00. Learn more about our grandparerentage pricing options here.

What the difference between a standard legal grandparent test vs Immigration grandparent test?

A standard legal grandparentage test establishes biological relationships between mother and child for most legal situations by following a documented chain of custody for sample collection and handling.

An immigration grandparentage test requires the same chain of custody process as a legal grandparent test but includes additional documentation and paperwork to meet immigrant visa evidence submission guidelines to the results for immigration purposes.

• Immigration cases typically involve an official request for evidence letter from a USCIS or an embassy.
• It also requires that a proper chain of custody be established

The main difference lies in the additional documentation required for immigration purposes, beyond those required for a standard legal grandparent test. Below is a comparison chart of each legal testing type.

Comparison Table:

Aspect	Legal Grandparent Test	Immigration Grandparent Test
Primary Purpose	Adoption, Estate cases, and In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF)	U.S. Visa and CRBA Acceptance,
Chain of Custody	Standard legal protocol	USCIS/Embassy specific requirements for evidence submission
Collection Process	Unbiased Third Party Collector	Unbiased Third Party Collector for both U.S. and countries abroad
Results Acceptance By Situation	Family Court, State Agencies nationwide.	USCIS, embassies, and consulates
ID Requirements	Drivers License or Passport	Drivers License, State ID, Passport or any country related ID
Legal Admissibililty	Court-admissible, Adding a father to birth certificate	Same as standard legal cases,and accepted by USCIS and Passport Agencies and Embassies.
Turnaround Time	3 business days	3 business days but varies for international testing

How the legal DNA Testing process works

Getting started is simple. Below is a brief outline of what you can expect from our process.

1. Contact our office at 800-219-4584 to speak with a DNA Consultant to schedule an appointment.

2. An appointment will be scheduled in city near your home.

3. After your samples are collected, they will be shipped to the lab for comparative DNA analysis.

4.Upon receipt of the samples results have average turnaround time of 3 business days.

5. Once completed a copy of the results will be mailed to your home and an additional copy will be emailed to you.

Note: According to the state of New York Department of Health guidelines. Residents of New York must acquire one of the documents to perform a DNA test within the state.

1. A prescription referral from a NYS licensed doctor

2. A letter from a NYS licensed attorney requesting a DNA grandparent test

3. A court order from a judge.

How will DNA samples be collected?

All DNA samples are collected by cheek swab samples.

Where can I go to get a DNA Testing appointment near me?

Call 800-219-4584 to schedule an appointment today. We have over 3000 plus collection sites within our network nationwide near most major cities for easy appointment setup. Below are the states we service.