How much cash can I pass to America?

Travelling to the United States, whether for work or tourism, involves following several rules, including the cash you can bring to the country.

The United States, like other countries in the world, has regulations for the money that enters its territory and with which it is allowed to go abroad legally and undeclared.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) established that the maximum amount you can enter the United States is $10,000 without you having to declare the origin of the money.

However, if you plan on a family trip, you will have to file a statement if together they exceed $10,000 allowed to enter and leave the United States.

Bear in mind that you must not only account for the United States dollars you carry, but you also need to consider foreign currencies, gold coins, cheques, among other monetary instruments.

Debit or credit cards are not accounted for because bank transactions are easy to monitor and control.

What if I exceed the limit allowed by CBP?

To carry more than $10,000 (adding foreign coins, cheques, etc.) It is necessary to declare it to the authorities, as otherwise you could receive a penalty, which can range from the seizure of the money to 10 years' imprisonment if you do not prove the origin of the money.

The statement is made using form 105 on the Department of Homeland Security's official page 72 hours before the trip (outside or within U.S. territory).

On the form you must indicate whether you carry the money for personal or commercial purposes, in addition, you must enter the personal details of the traveller and the address in which you will remain during your stay in the United States.