What Happens After A DNA Test For USCIS?
What happens after a DNA test for USCIS?
When the laboratory completes your DNA analysis, the lab ships one copy of the results directly to the requesting immigration agency (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Passport Agency, or a U.S. embassy). An additional copy is mailed to your home for your records.
The petitioner or applicant will be notified by the requesting agency after the agency receives and processes the evidence. An immigration officer will provide details about the status of your case.
Who is responsible for sending my DNA results to USCIS?
The accredited laboratory that performed the test is responsible for sending DNA results for immigration cases. Only laboratories accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB) are accepted by USCIS. Petitioners or legal representatives should not send DNA results directly to USCIS, because immigration agencies require strict chain-of-custody procedures that accredited labs follow.
Can DNA test results be submitted before receiving a Request for Evidence (RFE) from USCIS?
Do not submit DNA testing results proactively when filing a petition or during the immigrant visa applicant submission process unless USCIS specifically suggests voluntary DNA testing. USCIS has evidence-submission guidelines, and sending DNA results before receiving an RFE can cause delays or lead to denial.
Consult an immigration attorney or contact our office at 888-204-0583 to speak with a DNA consultant before sending any evidence.
Conclusion
Do not submit DNA test results before receiving an I-130 RFE unless USCIS or the consular office suggest DNA testing as an option to prove your claimed biological relationship. Waiting for the RFE letter helps ensure you meet USCIS evidence protocols and reduces the risk of delay or denial.
