You have to declare, same as when you bring in plant or animal products with a permit. Its not illegal to bring in more than US$10,000.00 and I have done so and did not have any problem or delays. It just has to be declared, so they can catch people like this man wanted by Interpol. Its just a safety net for IRS and justic system.

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