DNA Forensics Laboratory

India holds a large number of NRIs, and such non-residents of India have family connections in India. Every year, many Indian residents go abroad on sponsored visas to reunite with their family members living abroad. In such family reunifications, the embassies have the responsibility to verify the family ties of the sponsor and applicant.  In some cases, the embassies reject visa applications on suspicion of the sponsor-applicant’s family links. For this reason, immigration DNA tests in India have become important for sponsored visa applications.  Why Do Embassies Ask for a DNA Test Report? Immigration authorities usually rely on the submitted visa paperwork to validate the genetic link of the petitioner (sponsor) and the dependent (applicant).  However, in some applications, officers can’t clearly verify whether the two individuals are family members or not. It could happen for several reasons, such as:  History of visa rejection Mismatch of the photographs on the...

Moving to a new country to join a loved one is a life-changing journey. But the sponsored immigration process involves many steps. One of the most important steps is validating the sponsor-applicant biological relationship. While the submitted visa documents are standard, they may not always be sufficient for immigration authorities. In such cases, a DNA test report provides clear, scientific evidence to prove a biological relationship beyond a doubt. Why is a DNA Test Required for Immigration? Immigration departments in countries such as the US, the UK, Canada, and Australia have strict rules regarding sponsored immigration. If they have any suspicion related to genetic relationship in your sponsored application, they will request a DNA test report. A DNA test becomes necessary in several common situations: Missing or Unofficial Documents: In some immigration cases, the provided civil documents may not meet the strict evidentiary standards required by the visa authorities. Embassy or...

Moving to another country to be with loved ones is a big step. Family-based immigration is one of the most common reasons people apply for visas worldwide. However, in many cases, authorities require solid proof of the biological relationship between the petitioner and the beneficiary. This is where an immigration DNA test plays a key role. This article explains what immigration DNA testing is, its importance, how it works, and what to expect during the process.  What is Immigration DNA Testing? Immigration DNA testing is used to confirm biological relationships for immigration cases. It is often required by embassies or consulates when there is insufficient documentary proof, such as birth certificates, to demonstrate that the applicant and the sponsor are related by blood. This test uses a simple cheek swab from both the petitioner and the applicant to compare their DNA. The results can confirm relationships such as parent-child, sibling, and grandparent relationships, among oth...