How do I show proof of sufficient funds for travel?

Travelers visiting the United States from a foreign country must be able to prove to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer that they have sufficient funds, i.e., credit card, cash, travelers' checks, money order to cover travel, lodging, entertainment, meals, etc. to be admitted into the United States.



People Also Ask

Proof of sufficient means of subsistence for the intended journey, recent bank account statements during the last three months (Bank statements must show the name and address of the owner). We cannot accept Travel Money Cards or cash as proof of sufficient funds.

MORE DETAILS

You need to declare it when traveling internationally It's legal to travel with more than $10,000 in the United States and abroad. You have the right to travel with as much money as you want. However, during international travel, you need to report currency and monetary instruments in excess of $10,000.

MORE DETAILS

There is no minimum balance requirement for your bank account, however, based on the experience of others we recommend anywhere between $5,000 to $10,000 will be sufficient.

MORE DETAILS

The period of time a foreign national has to re-enter the US on a tourist visa depends on how long they stayed in the country. If their presence was 90 days or less, they will be able to return to the country again after leaving the US up to a maximum of 180 continuous days per year.

MORE DETAILS