Immigration DNA Testing for Paternity in Nigeria for UK and USA applicants

Greenplace Healthcare
Jul 29
3 min read

Immigration DNA testing for paternity is a crucial process for many families seeking to establish a biological relationship between a parent and child during visa, passport, or citizenship applications. For individuals and families in Nigeria applying for immigration to the UK or USA, DNA testing is often required by the Home Office (UK) or the U.S. Department of State to verify paternity where documentation is incomplete, unavailable, or under review.

At Greenplace Healthcare, we offer Home Office-approved DNA testing services and partner with AABB-accredited labs for U.S. immigration cases. We ensure legal-grade, accurate, and internationally accepted results for DNA testing in Nigeria. With prices from £300 for both dad and child.

🧬 What Is Immigration DNA Testing for Paternity?

Immigration DNA testing for paternity is a legal process used to prove a biological relationship between a child and an alleged father. It is most commonly required when:

A child is applying for citizenship or a passport through their father
Parental documents are missing, unverifiable, or inconsistent
There is no established legal father in existing records
A child is being included in a family reunification visa application

This test is particularly common in Nigeria, where birth documentation may not always meet UK or U.S. immigration standards.

🇺🇸 Immigration DNA Testing for U.S. Applicants in Nigeria

The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria requires paternity DNA testing in cases where the biological relationship between a U.S. citizen and a child in Nigeria is not fully documented or proven.

✅ When Is It Required?

Applying for U.S. citizenship at birth for a child
Filing for a U.S. passport
Petitioning for a child under family-based immigration

✅ Who Needs to Be Tested?

The U.S. citizen father
The child in Nigeria

✅ Testing Requirements

Testing must be conducted via an AABB-accredited laboratory
Samples must be collected at a U.S. Embassy-approved facility in Nigeria
Samples are securely shipped to the U.S.-based lab
Results are sent directly to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate — not to the applicant

✅ Cost & Timeline

Testing usually costs between $500–$1,000 USD, depending on the number of individuals tested
Results typically take1-2 weeks, though embassy processing may add time

✅ Important Notes

Applicants are responsible for all testing costs
Immigration processing may be delayed without timely DNA results
Legal guardianship or surrogate issues must be addressed before the DNA test

🇬🇧 Immigration DNA Testing for UK Applicants in Nigeria

The UK Home Office often requests DNA testing to confirm paternity when applying for British citizenship by descent or a UK passport from Nigeria.

✅ When Is It Required?

When a British citizen is claiming paternity of a child born in Nigeria
If documentation like birth certificates or affidavits is insufficient
During family visa applications or citizenship claims

✅ Who Needs to Be Tested?

The British citizen father
The child residing in Nigeria

✅ Approved DNA Testing in Nigeria

The test must be done through a Home Office-approved DNA provider, like Greenplace Healthcare
Kits can be shipped to Nigeria with coordinated local sample collection
Sample collection must follow chain-of-custody standards and be done by a medical professional

✅ Process & Results

Greenplace Healthcare ships kits to a trusted collection point in Nigeria
Samples are returned securely for lab testing
Results are submitted directly to the UK Home Office or relevant immigration authority

✅ Fees & Timelines

Average cost ranges from £300 to £700 GBP
Results typically take1-2 days once samples are received

🌍 Why Immigration DNA Testing Is Crucial in Nigeria

Common Challenges Faced:

Inconsistent birth records
Missing or inaccurate documentation
Lack of formal parental recognition on legal documents

In such cases, DNA testing becomes the most reliable way to prove biological paternity for immigration purposes.

✔️ Best Practices for Paternity DNA Testing in Nigeria

Step	Why It Matters
Start testing early	Avoids delays in visa/passport/citizenship applications
Use accredited labs	Only AABB (U.S.) and Home Office (UK) labs are legally accepted which we partner with
Follow chain-of-custody	Ensures the results are valid and recognized by immigration authorities
Work with professionals	Avoids complications in sample collection and submission
Communicate with embassies	Keeps your case updated and avoids miscommunication

💼 How Greenplace Healthcare Can Help

Greenplace Healthcare provides reliable, government-approved DNA testing for immigration cases from Nigeria to the UK or USA.

We Offer:

UK Home Office-approved paternity DNA testing
Referrals to AABB-accredited U.S. labs
International sample collection coordination in Nigeria
Legally admissible chain-of-custody documentation
Expert guidance throughout the process

Whether you're applying for a child’s British passport, U.S. citizenship, or a family reunification visa, we help simplify the legal DNA testing process with accuracy, speed, and compliance.