Hi, I need a child custody from the court. Am a single mother of 8 years old boy.whats the procedure and what will it entails in terms of cost. Thanks

Am single mother of a boy and I need a child custody from the court . Have been responsible for the child upbringing and maintenance right from birth . I don't know where the father is and don't have contact details . I need the custody for a visa application that I will be processing for my son