Common questions about gold in the UAE
Straight answers to what people search for most
What is the gold rate in Dubai today for 22 carat?
The calculated 22K value is 446.69 AED per gram right now, before the making charge and VAT. See the 22K rate page for the per-tola figure and the chart.
What is the gold rate in Dubai today in Indian rupees?
The Dubai gold rate page converts the current value into Indian rupees per gram at the live exchange rate. It is a calculated international value, so a shop's board rate can differ slightly.
How much gold can I carry from Dubai to India?
A resident or tourist of Indian origin who has lived abroad for more than one year can bring jewellery duty-free up to 40 g if female and 20 g otherwise, under the Baggage Rules, 2026. Read the full Dubai to India limits before you fly, because other passengers and bars or coins are treated differently.
Is there VAT on gold in Dubai?
Yes, 5% on jewellery, charged on the gold value and making charge together. Investment gold of at least 99% purity in a form tradeable on bullion markets is zero-rated, and the gold calculator adds VAT for you.
Can tourists get a VAT refund on gold in Dubai?
Yes, on jewellery from a registered retailer, if they meet the scheme's conditions. The refund is 87% of the VAT minus AED 3.60 per transaction, and our refund guide covers the airport steps.
What are making charges on gold in Dubai?
Each shop sets its own and they can be negotiated, while the gold rate itself is not negotiable. A range of Dh3 to Dh30 a gram was quoted in December 2024, so read our making charges guide and confirm today's figure with the shop.
How many grams are in 1 tola of gold in Dubai?
One tola is 11.6638 grams, which this site shows as 11.66 g. The Dubai rate page shows the value per tola in AED and in Pakistani rupees.
What is the difference between 22K and 24K gold?
22K is 91.7% pure gold and 24K is almost pure, which is why 24K is mostly sold as bars. Compare both on the 24K rate page and the 22K rate page.
Is this the official Dubai gold rate?
No. These are calculated international values from the world price and the exchange rate, and the method page explains the calculation. The Dubai board rate is set locally and can differ slightly.
Why is the shop price higher than the rate on this site?
The shop adds a making charge and 5% VAT on top of the gold value, and its board rate may differ slightly from this calculation. Use the gold calculator to see the likely total for your piece.
Is gold cheaper in Dubai than in India?
Compare the full bill rather than the rate per gram: Dubai adds 5% VAT and India adds 3% GST on jewellery, and India's rates carry import duty. The answer depends on the piece, so see how the charges compare.
Do I have to declare gold when leaving the UAE?
Passengers carrying precious metals or valuable stones worth more than AED 60,000 must declare them to customs. India has its own separate limits, covered in our Dubai to India guide.
When does the gold price update on this site?
It follows the global market and shows the time of the last update in Dubai time. The market closes from Friday evening to Sunday evening, so the last price stays until it reopens, and the previous days table lists recent closes.