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i am wondering whats the legal limit on the cash(dollars) you can carry on your trip to india?

i searched the forum but cant find any leads, excuse me if this question has been asked already.

Hi R2I4Bliss

It seems there is no limit if you are going to carry foreign exchange ( not converted to indian rupees. ) If you convert into indian rupees there seems to be some limits. Hope the below information is helpful. Please see the below link from RBI

http://www.rbi.org.in/scripts/FAQForex.aspx


22. While coming into India how much foreign exchange can be brought in?
A person coming into India from abroad can bring with him foreign exchange without any limit. However, if the aggregate value of the foreign exchange in the form of currency notes, bank notes or travellers cheques brought in exceeds USD 10,000/- or its equivalent and/or the value of foreign currency exceeds USD 5,000/- or its equivalent, it should be declared to the Customs Authorities at the Airport in the Currency Declaration Form (CDF), on arrival in India.



- Nagu

If it is indian rupees it is just $120 :)

20. While coming into India how much Indian currency can be brought in?
A person coming into India from abroad can bring in with him Indian currency notes within the limits given below:
a. upto Rs. 5,000 from any country other than Nepal or Bhutan, and
b. any amount in denomination not exceeding Rs.100 from Nepal or Bhutan.

Thanks Nags