u.s. embassy dna testing

What is a U.S. Embassy DNA Testing?

A U.S. embassy or consular section may suggest that a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) or passport applicant provide additional evidence to establish a claimed biological relationship. Any relationship DNA testing suggested by a U.S. embassy or consulate is voluntary. As a result, the cost of embassy requested DNA testing services is the applicant’s responsibility and must be paid out of pocket.

It is important to note that U.S. embassies and consulates do not perform DNA testing directly. All DNA testing must be conducted by a laboratory accredited by the AABB for results to be accepted by a U.S. embassy, consulate, or U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

How much does US Embassy DNA Testing cost?

Pricing for DNA testing for USCIS evidence submission starts at $795.00. Essentially the cost of test is dependent on the country and how many people involved with your DNA test. Learn more about our domestic and international DNA testing services here.

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Commonly Suggested Family Relationship DNA Testing Types

The commonly suggested tests performed for family reunification cases are:

Paternity Testing: determines  a biological relationship between father and child

Maternity Testing: determines a biological relationship between mother and child

Sibling DNA Testing: determine if two or more siblings are biologically related.

Grandparent Testing: determines if a paternal or maternal grandparent with a grandchild are biologically related. (Not as common testing option)

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Outline of the Process To initiate the DNA Testing process:

How to Initiate the Process

1. Receive a US Embassy DNA Request Letter
   Upon receiving a request for additional evidence by letter or email from a U.S. embassy or consulate, contact our office. We will assist you in initiating the DNA testing process with our partner AABB accredited laboratory.
2. Petitioner sample collection (U.S.)
   After the petitioner’s DNA sample is collected, it will be securely shipped to the laboratory, where it will be held pending completion of the case. The laboratory will then ship a DNA test kit directly to the U.S. embassy or consulate in the beneficiary’s country.
3. Beneficiary sample collection (abroad)
   The embassy or consulate will coordinate DNA sample collection for the beneficiary through a designated panel physician. Once collected, the beneficiary’s genetic samples will be shipped directly back to the laboratory in the United States for testing.
4. DNA analysis and results
   Once testing is complete, the laboratory will send an original copy of the results directly to the requesting U.S. embassy or consulate. An additional copy will be mailed to your home for your records.
5. Case Completion
   After the U.S. embassy or consulate receives your DNA results, the embassy is responsible for contacting the beneficiary regarding any update of their case and not the lab.

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What is the method used to collect DNA samples?

The commonly used method of DNA specimen collection is performed by cheek swab. The swab is placed inside of the mouth and brushed against the cheek on both the left and right cheek.

Although there are other methods of specimen collection options like blood. The cheek swab collection option method preferred over blood because it is easier, less invasive and painless.