Self sponorship for Visitor B2 visa

[paddiv]

Hello,

My mother's niece, who is in the US on a valid H1-B visa, has invited my parents to visit her. My parents, who are still working, would like to visit her for a month. They will be sponsoring their own trip. We have gone through all the documents provided in this website. Thank you so much for the details. I have one question though -

If my parents get their Visa, since they are sponsoring their own trip, how much money, in cash, are they allowed to carry into US?
They can also use this information to answer the Visa officer (during the interview) if he/she asks how much they are planning to take.

Would really appreciate a quick reply.

Thanks and Regards.

[txh1b]

There is no limit on the total amount of money or monetary instruments that may be brought into or taken out of the United States. However, if you transport or cause to be transported, more than $10,000 in monetary instruments on any occasion into or out of the United States, or if you receive more than that amount, in behalf of someone else and then transport it, you must file a Customs Form 4790 with U.S. Customs. Failure to comply can result in civil and criminal penalties, including seizure of the currency or monetary instruments. Monetary instruments include U.S. or foreign coins, currency, traveler's checks, money orders, and negotiable instruments or investment securities in bearer form are all considered when determining the total $10,000 reporting requirement.

[sangeethad]

Hello,

Does jewellery come under monetory instruments as well? If so, does this have to be declared in the customs form as well?

Please advice. Thank you!

My mom is travelling tomorrow, so a quick reply is appreciated!

[ABN397]

Remember the Indian side too

You should also be aware of the Indian regulations on bringing in or out currency and jewellery. The Indian Customs website may help.

[txh1b]

Declaration is needed for items one intends to sell in US. If they are personal artifacts or belongings meant for personal use, no declaration is needed.