A paternity or kinship test for obtaining Israeli citizenship may be required in the following cases:

• The child was born before the official marriage was registered.
• The parents were officially married at the time of birth, but the child was born less than 300 days after the marriage registration.
• The child's birth was registered at the consulate more than 180 days after birth.
• Proof of kinship between cousins is required, as there are no authentic birth records for one of the siblings.
• Between half-siblings, as evidence of Jewish roots for repatriation through a Jewish father.

What goVisit.today assistants do:

1. Collect and prepare all necessary documents to initiate a court process.
2. File a claim in the Family Court of Israel.
3. Organize genetic testing either at the Israeli consulate where the applicant resides or at an accredited center in Israel.
4. Obtain the court order.
5. Help navigate the legal procedures and requirements.
6. Represent your interests through qualified Israeli attorneys.

DNA Testing Procedure for Citizenship

Let’s describe in more detail the process of conducting a DNA test to establish kinship and obtain Israeli citizenship, which includes the following key stages:

The first step is submitting a petition to the appropriate court to obtain an order permitting genetic testing.

After reviewing the petition, the court issues a decision and assigns an accredited laboratory authorized to conduct DNA analysis.

Lab Selection: The facility must meet legal standards and have the required licenses. Its results must be recognized by Israeli authorities.

The applicant pays for the DNA sample collection kit and the analysis in the appointed laboratory.

Scheduling the Test: Once payment is made, a testing date and time are coordinated, and preparation instructions are provided.

On the scheduled date, the applicant visits the lab to submit biomaterials. The most common method is a painless cheek swab (buccal swab).

Alternative Option: In some cases, the applicant can submit DNA samples at the Israeli consulate in their country of residence, avoiding travel to the designated lab in another country.

Sample Transfer: The consulate ensures proper sample collection and ships the samples to the designated laboratory.

• Convenience: No need to travel abroad.
• Legal validity: Conducted according to international standards.
• Time-saving: Faster organization without logistics delays.

Receiving results: The lab sends results to the court or the applicant, depending on the procedure.

Legal processing: Based on the DNA test results, the process of acquiring citizenship can begin, with support from goVisit.today experts.

Features of Paternal Line DNA Testing

Obtaining Israeli citizenship through the paternal line by DNA testing is a complex process that requires strict adherence to official procedures. Correctly following all steps ensures that results are legally recognized and help confirm your Jewish roots during the consular review.

Who can initiate DNA testing:

1 Mothers and children seeking to establish paternity.

2 Individuals seeking to confirm first-degree kinship:

• Siblings
• Half-siblings
• Cousins

Required Documents for Testing:

• ID for each participant:
• Passport
• Driver’s license
• Court Order:
• From a family or religious court authorized to approve genetic testing
• A notarized copy matching the original, verified by a lawyer or court

DNA Testing Costs and Organization

DNA testing is a paid service.

Cost depends on:

• Number of participants: More people = higher cost
• Type of analysis: Standard vs. non-standard biomaterials

Exact price is determined after submission of a petition and a court order.

Participants are invited to the lab or consulate only after the court order is issued.

Sample Collection Process

1Preparation:

No food 2 hours before the test

No smoking or chewing gum 30 minutes before

Rinse mouth 2–3 times with warm water beforehand

2Sample Collection:

Standard method: A sterile swab of the cheek. Fast, painless, suitable even for children.

If oral samples aren't possible, other options include:

• Nails
• Hair with root
• Dried blood
• Earwax
• Chewed gum

Accuracy and Interpretation of Results

Testing is conducted using 15 or more independent genetic markers (STR). Full marker match indicates high probability of kinship (paternity). Such results are legally valid in court and are considered nearly conclusive. The method provides high accuracy accepted by official bodies.

Summary

A DNA test to establish kinship for the purpose of Israeli citizenship is a multi-step procedure requiring careful attention and compliance with formalities. Following professional guidance allows you to:

• Speed up your application process
• Avoid errors during document submission
• ncrease your chances of a successful outcome