IDTO Nigeria DNA testing services are performed under the strict supervision by our partner AABB accredited laboratory. DNA results are recognized by the U.S. consulate in Lagos and USCIS.
What is Immigration DNA Testing in Nigeria process?
DNA testing for immigration purposes is a voluntary genetic testing option that determines the biological relationship between a parent and child (paternity & maternity) or, between siblings (full siblings or half siblings) when the petitioner submits insufficient evidence when filing an immigrant visa (IV) or for a consular report of a birth abroad (CRBA).
Remember, genetic testing does not guarantee visa acceptance.
DNA Testing Process Works
- Getting started is simple, upon receipt of your Request for Evidence letter contact IDTO at 877-680-5800 to schedule an appointment.
- After the petitioner’s appointment is scheduled and DNA samples have been collected in the U.S. The laboratory will ship a DNA kit to the U.S. embassy in Lagos.
Once the U.S. Consular officer has received the beneficiary’s DNA kit. The consular officer will contact the beneficiary to schedule your appointment by email.
After the beneficiary’s samples have been collected . The genetic samples will shipped back to the laboratory in the United States.
Upon receipt of your DNA samples by the laboratory the will begin the testing process
Once testing is complete. A copy of your results will be sent to the requesting immigration office and another copy will be mailed to your home.
Lab Accreditation
All DNA testing services we provide are under the strict supervision of our partner AABB accredited testing laboratory.
DNA Testing Options
Paternity Testing
Legal paternity test provides scientific evidence to determine a biological relationship between an alleged father and child.
DNA test results issued for immigration purposes can serve as legally admissible documentation for child support, child custody, immigration, estate cases, and birth certificate name changes, among other uses.
Maternity DNA Testing
Maternity testing is a genetic test that compares a child’s DNA profile to that of a woman to scientifically determine if she is the biological mother.
Sibling DNA Testing
A sibling DNA test will evaluate the connection between two or more people to determine if they are biologically related as full or half siblings. This test is performed when one or both biological parents are unavailable to be tested.
Grandparent DNA Testing
DNA Grandparent testing compares the DNA between a grandparent and grandchild to scientifically determine if they share the biological relationship claimed.
Lab Accreditation
All DNA testing services we provide are under the strict supervision of our partner AABB accredited testing laboratory.
Related DNA Testing Questions
How much will my DNA test cost?
Contact our office at 877-680-5800 for quotes for your specific DNA Testing needs.
Where will my DNA samples be collected in Nigeria?
All DNA specimen collection appointments will coordinated by U.S. consular officer. DNA collections may take place at the US embassy listed below.or at a medical facility or their choice.
US Consular Section
2 Walter Carrington Cres, Victoria Island 106104, Lagos, Nigeria
What method of DNA sample collection will take place?
Buccal cheek swabs is the used method of specimen collection at the time of your DNA specimen collection appointment.
The cheek swabs are placed inside your mouth and brush against the left and cheeks for 30 seconds. Blood sample collections are a viable secondary specimen collection method.
How long does DNA results for Immigration purposes?
DNA results are completed within 2 to 3 days from the date all DNA specimens arrive at the lab.
Accuracy for DNA results is 99.99% for legal inclusions (proves a biological relationship). The results upon completion will be shipped to the requesting U.S. embassy or USCIS office on your family’s behalf.
