How much money can a person take out of the us when travelling?

When traveling out of the U.S., a person can carry any amount of money; however, amounts over $10,000 in cash or monetary instruments must be reported to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) when departing. Failure to report amounts over this threshold can result in the seizure of the funds. It's also advisable to check the regulations of the destination country regarding the amount of money that can be brought in.