How to order DNA testing for fastest results in the Philippines

[Edward Becnel 3]

My fiance and her 11 year old son just had her interview at the US Embassy in Manila. She was told that she needs to have a DNA test performed to prove that her son is her biological son. However, I am confused as to how to go about scheduling and paying for the test. She was told we could order and purchase the DNA test in the United States which would take 2 to 3 weeks to process or do this in the Philippines (at St. Luke's) but that takes 4 to 6 weeks. Her visa application expires on May 30, 2019 so we have to work fast but I don't know who to contact for the fastest DNA test results. I don't understand this process. If necessary, can I get an extension for her application? How do I go about getting an extension?

[Greenbaum 12,259]

3 minutes ago, Edward Becnel said:

My fiance and her 11 year old son just had her interview at the US Embassy in Manila. She was told that she needs to have a DNA test performed to prove that her son is her biological son. However, I am confused as to how to go about scheduling and paying for the test. She was told we could order and purchase the DNA test in the United States which would take 2 to 3 weeks to process or do this in the Philippines (at St. Luke's) but that takes 4 to 6 weeks. Her visa application expires on May 30, 2019 so we have to work fast but I don't know who to contact for the fastest DNA test results. I don't understand this process. If necessary, can I get an extension for her application? How do I go about getting an extension?

Here is an experience of another VJ'r, sorry I don't have the original link. Beware that the information is now 6 years old but I think not much has change, maybe the fee but you'll know soon enough. You'll know when you contact USEM for further information. Good luck.

 

The steps he took thinking that this might be a good step in the right direction for you. Of course, the good news this procedure you can do on your own and not involve a lawyer, thus saving you some costs.

 

The US Embassy ACS Section via email sent us the procedures on what we needed to do and a copy of the memo from the Examiner indicating that we needed DNA Testing.  They also provided a list of AABB Labs Accredited International DNA Center in the US that we can contact.

 

On 20 Oct 2013 we contacted DDC DNA Diagnostic Center Baltimore MD for Paternity Testing at http://local.dnacenter.com/DNA_Diagnostic_center_Baltimore_MD-t14355_Baltimore+MD.html and the cost for the DNA Kit was $449.  It includes three DNA Kits, cost of shipping and handling both ways (kit from USA to USEM Phil and samples from Phil SLEC back to USA DDC DNA and results to USEM from DDC DNA) and processing fee for the DNA Result.

 

On 25 Oct 2013 the US Embassy ACS Section received the DNA Kits from DDC DNA Diagnostic Center Baltimore MD.  According to the instruction memo from the ACS Section once they receive the DNA Kits they will contact St Luke’s Extension Clinic and set-up an appointment.

 

On 11 November 2013 we got an email from St Luke’s Extension Clinic indicating that our appointment was set for 5 December 2013 at 10:30AM and another appointment on the same day at US Embassy ACS Section at 12:30PM.

 

On 5 December 2013 at 10:30AM we went to St Luke’s Extension Clinic to register and pay the fee of 1,500.00 peso.  You can go there earlier which we did at 9:30AM instead of 10:30AM since it is just for registration and payment.  First you will proceed to the 4th floor and register.  Once you are done on the 4th floor you will proceed to the 5th floor and pay the fee then back to the 1st floor to fill out some forms, get digital photo and finger printed for their files.  Then you will proceed back to the 4th floor for final instructions for you next appointment at the US Embassy ACS Section.  We had to bring the following:

 ·         Your US passport or valid ID

 ·         Child’s NSO certified birth certificate (original or photocopy)

 ·         Mother’s passport or valid government ID

 ·         Drinking water for child if 3 years old and below

 ·         Two pieces 2x2 photos each with white background, if you have not yet submitted photos at the embassy at the time of your application

 On 5 December 2013 we proceeded to the US Embassy for our second appointment.  The actual DNA collection took place at the US Embassy, 2nd floor Cubicle 13 or 14 at our appointment time at 12:30PM but we had to be there 15 minutes prior by 12:15PM.  Once we were there the lady that will do the DNA testing gave all three of us a plastic cup and told us to go to the CR and gaggle five times before the test.  It took us 45 minutes to complete the DNA Testing.

Now just waiting for the final results.

This was their experience. IMHO, I would start with USEM

[payxibka 10,045]

26 minutes ago, Edward Becnel said:

My fiance and her 11 year old son just had her interview at the US Embassy in Manila. She was told that she needs to have a DNA test performed to prove that her son is her biological son. However, I am confused as to how to go about scheduling and paying for the test. She was told we could order and purchase the DNA test in the United States which would take 2 to 3 weeks to process or do this in the Philippines (at St. Luke's) but that takes 4 to 6 weeks. Her visa application expires on May 30, 2019 so we have to work fast but I don't know who to contact for the fastest DNA test results. I don't understand this process. If necessary, can I get an extension for her application? How do I go about getting an extension?

Usem will automatically extend 

[Edward Becnel 3]

I am still a bit confused. Do you recommend my finance contact the US Embassy in Manila to ask what to do?

 

[Edward Becnel 3]

Thank you Greenbaum and payxibka!

[Hank_ 9,174]

1 hour ago, Edward Becnel said:

My fiance and her 11 year old son just had her interview at the US Embassy in Manila. She was told that she needs to have a DNA test performed to prove that her son is her biological son. However, I am confused as to how to go about scheduling and paying for the test. She was told we could order and purchase the DNA test in the United States which would take 2 to 3 weeks to process or do this in the Philippines (at St. Luke's) but that takes 4 to 6 weeks. Her visa application expires on May 30, 2019 so we have to work fast but I don't know who to contact for the fastest DNA test results. I don't understand this process. If necessary, can I get an extension for her application? How do I go about getting an extension?

The visa application won't expire.    The embassy automatically will extend everything .. no worries there.

 

Get the DNA kits ordered and get it done.    I will try to find contact info for a couple that I know had to do the same thing only it was for her daughter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Edward Becnel 3]

Thank you so much Hank_! Apologies, I'm a newbie and I'm not sure if I am replying to your reply or if I'm replying to my original question. 🤔

 

[Hank_ 9,174]

1 minute ago, Edward Becnel said:

Thank you so much Hank_! Apologies, I'm a newbie and I'm not sure if I am replying to your reply or if I'm replying to my original question. 🤔

 

 

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