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The CBP 6059B form is a document required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection for travelers entering the United States. This form collects essential information about travelers, including their identity and travel details. To ensure a smooth entry process, it's important to fill out the form accurately; click the button below to get started.

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Form Overview

Fact Name	Details
Purpose	The CBP 6059B form is used for declaring goods when entering the United States.
Who Uses It?	Travelers entering the U.S. must complete this form if they have goods to declare.
Submission Method	The form can be submitted electronically or on paper upon arrival at a U.S. port of entry.
Information Required	Travelers must provide details about the items they are bringing into the country, including value and quantity.
Legal Basis	The requirement to submit this form is governed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations.
Penalties	Failure to declare goods can result in fines, confiscation of items, or other legal consequences.
Exemptions	Some items may be exempt from declaration, such as gifts under a certain value.
Updates	The form may be updated periodically to reflect changes in regulations or procedures.
Assistance	Travelers can seek assistance from CBP officers at the port of entry if they have questions about the form.
Availability	The CBP 6059B form is available on the CBP website and at U.S. ports of entry.

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Documents used along the form

The CBP 6059B form is a crucial document used by travelers entering the United States. It serves as a customs declaration form, allowing individuals to report items they are bringing into the country. Alongside the CBP 6059B, several other forms and documents may be required or helpful during the customs process. Below is a list of these documents, each serving a unique purpose.

Passport: This is an essential travel document that verifies a person's identity and citizenship. It is required for international travel and must be presented upon entry into the U.S.
Visa: A visa may be necessary for travelers from certain countries. It grants permission to enter the U.S. for a specific purpose and duration.
I-94 Form: This form records the arrival and departure of non-U.S. citizens. It is typically issued by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and provides important information about the traveler’s stay.
Customs Declaration Form 6059A: This is another customs declaration form that travelers must fill out. It is similar to the CBP 6059B but is specifically for declaring goods and currency being brought into the U.S.
Health Declaration Form: Depending on current health regulations, travelers may need to complete a health declaration form to report any symptoms or health conditions, especially in light of public health concerns.
Travel Itinerary: A travel itinerary outlines the details of a traveler’s journey, including flight information, accommodations, and planned activities. It can be helpful for customs officials to understand the purpose of the visit.
Proof of Funds: Travelers may need to show evidence of sufficient funds to support themselves during their stay in the U.S. This can include bank statements or proof of employment.
Travel Insurance Policy: While not mandatory, having travel insurance can provide peace of mind. A policy may cover medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and other unexpected events.
Employment Letter: For those traveling for work, an employment letter from their employer can confirm the purpose of the trip and the traveler’s status with the company.

Having these documents ready can facilitate a smoother entry process into the United States. Each document plays a role in ensuring compliance with customs regulations and helps travelers navigate the requirements of international travel effectively.

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Customs Declaration	FORM APPROVED
	OMB NO.1651-0009

19 CFR 122.27, 148.12, 148.13, 148.110, 148.111, 19 USC 1498; 31 CFR 5316

Each arriving traveler or responsible family member must provide the following information (only ONE written declaration per family is required). The term "family" is defined as "members of a family residing in the same household who are related by blood, marriage, domestic relationship, or adoption."

1Family Name

First (Given)

Middle

Birth date

Month

Day

Year

3Number of Family members traveling with you

4(a) U.S. Street Address (hotel name/destination)

(b) City (c) State

5Passport issued by (country)

6Passport number

7Country of Residence

8 Countries visited on this

trip prior to U.S. arrival

9	Airline/Flight No. or Vessel Name
	The primary purpose of this trip is business:
10	The primary purpose of this trip is business:	Yes	No

11I am (We are) bringing

(a)fruits, vegetables, plants, seeds, food, insects: Yes No

(b) meats, animals, animal/wildlife products:	Yes	No
(c) disease agents, cell cultures, snails:	Yes	No

(d) soil or have been on a farm/ranch/pasture:	Yes	No

12I have (We have) been in close proximity of livestock: Yes No (such as touching or handling)

13I am (We are) carrying currency or monetary instruments

	over $10,000 U.S. or foreign equivalent:	Yes	No
	(see definition of monetary instruments on reverse)

14	I have (We have) commercial merchandise:	Yes	No
14	I have (We have) commercial merchandise:	Yes	No
	(articles for sale, samples used for soliciting orders,
	or goods that are not considered personal effects)

	RESIDENTS—the total value of all goods, including commercial
15
	merchandise I/we have purchased or acquired abroad, (including
	gifts for someone else but not items mailed to	$
	gifts for someone else but not items mailed to
	the U.S.) and am/are bringing to the U.S. is:
	the U.S.) and am/are bringing to the U.S. is:
	VISITORS—the total value of all articles that	$
	VISITORS—the total value of all articles that
	will remain in the U.S., including commercial
	will remain in the U.S., including commercial
	merchandise is:

Read the instructions on the back of this form. Space is provided to list all the items you must declare.

I HAVE READ THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE REVERSE SIDE OF THIS FORM AND HAVE MADE A TRUTHFUL DECLARATION.

Signature

Date (month/day/year)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Welcomes You to the United States

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is responsible for protecting the United States against the illegal importation of prohibited items. CBP officers have the authority to question you and to examine you and your personal property. If you are one of the travelers selected for an examination, you will be treated in a courteous, professional, and dignified manner. CBP Supervisors and Passenger Service Representatives are available to answer your questions. Comment cards are available to compliment or provide feedback.

Important Information

U.S. Residents—Declare all articles that you have acquired abroad and are bringing into the United States.

Visitors (Non-Residents)—Declare the value of all articles that will remain in the United States.

Declare all articles on this declaration form and show the value in U.S. dollars. For gifts, please indicate the retail value.

Duty—CBP officers will determine duty. U.S. residents are normally entitled to a duty-free exemption of $800 on items accompanying them. Visitors (non-residents) are normally entitled to an exemption of $100. Duty will be assessed at the current rate on the first $1,000 above the exemption.

Agricultural and Wildlife Products—To prevent the entry of dangerous agricultural pests and prohibited wildlife, the following are restricted: Fruits, vegetables, plants, plant products, soil, meat, meat products, birds, snails, and other live animals or animal products. Failure to declare such items to a Customs and Border Protection Officer/ Customs and Border Protection Agriculture Specialist/Fish and Wildlife Inspector can result in penalties and the items may be subject to seizure.

Controlled substances, obscene articles, and toxic substances are generally prohibited entry. The importation of merchandise into the U.S. that infringes intellectual property rights may subject travelers to civil or criminal penalties and may pose serious risk to safety or health.

The transportation of currency or monetary instruments, regardless of the amount, is legal. However, if you bring into or take out of the United States more than $10,000 (U.S. or foreign equivalent, or a combination of both), you are required by law to file a report on FinCEN 105 (formerly Customs Form 4790) with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Monetary instruments include coin, currency, travelers checks and bearer instruments such as personal or cashiers checks and stocks and bonds. If you have someone else carry the currency or monetary instrument for you, you must also file a report on FinCEN 105. Failure to file the required report or failure to report the total amount that you are carrying may lead to the seizure of all the currency or monetary instruments, and may subject you to civil penalties and/or criminal prosecution. SIGN ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THIS FORM AFTER YOU HAVE READ THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOVE AND MADE A TRUTHFUL DECLARATION.

Description of Articles		CBP
(List may continue on another CBP Form 6059B)	Value	Use Only

Total

PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT STATEMENT: An agency may not conduct or sponsor an information collection and a person is not required to respond to this information unless it displays a current valid OMB control number. The control number for this collection is 1651-0009. The estimated average time to complete this application is 4 minutes. Your response is mandatory. If you have any comments regarding the burden estimate you can write to U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Regulations and Rulings, 90 K Street, NE, 10th Floor, Washington, DC 20229.

CBP Form 6059B (11/16)