Yes, you are legally required to declare all jewelry and high-value luxury items upon entering the United States if you purchased them abroad or are bringing them in as non-residents to leave behind permanently. When filling out your Customs and Border Protection declaration form, failing to report valuable jewelry can result in severe legal consequences, including heavy financial penalties, duty fines, and permanent confiscation of the items. However, if you are a US resident returning from international travel with personal jewelry that you originally purchased domestically or previously declared upon departure, you will generally not owe duty, though registering high-end pieces before leaving the country prevents unnecessary questioning.
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