Child born abroad ( Somalia)

[AhmedSomalia]

I naturalised in 2001 as a British citizen. Had a child in Somalia 2015

My question is I'm here now in Somalia making the birth certificate for them. Does it matter I'm only getting the certificate made for them an dated now 2019.

An if there is anything else needed please suggest.

Thanks appreciate it

[secret.simon]

Generally birth certificates made more than a year after the birth of the child are not accepted by the Home Office (See regulation 2 of the British Nationality (Proof of Paternity) Regulations 2006). You may need a DNA test (from a lab that is recognised by the Home Office) to prove paternity.

The DNA tests must be carried out in a lab that meets ISO requirements.

As a minimum, applicants who wish to provide DNA samples are advised to follow the standard set out in this guidance, see DNA: collection standards, to ensure they are securely collected before being sent to a DNA testing laboratory that must meet International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard ISO/IEC17025 accreditation. The testing laboratory will usually notify applicants or their representatives of the results of the DNA test. Officials must not ask individuals to submit their DNA samples directly to the Home Office.

[AhmedSomalia]

Thanks for the reply.

DNA is ok by me. What other documents can I submit. We have no pre pregnancy or after birth medical records. An my son is under 5 so school records is not required, am I correct.

Thanks