Real-time gold rates for 24K (99.9% pure), 22K (91.6% pure), and 18K (75% pure) gold
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| Date | 24K (د.إ/g) | 22K (د.إ/g) | 18K (د.إ/g) | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 14 TODAY | د.إ491.45 | د.إ450.50 | د.إ368.59 | — |
| Thu, Nov 13 | د.إ493.69 | د.إ452.55 | د.إ370.27 | ↓ 0.46% |
| Wed, Nov 12 | د.إ495.56 | د.إ454.26 | د.إ371.67 | ↓ 0.38% |
| Tue, Nov 11 | د.إ488.56 | د.إ447.84 | د.إ366.42 | ↑ 1.41% |
| Mon, Nov 10 | د.إ486.49 | د.إ445.95 | د.إ364.87 | ↑ 0.42% |
| Sun, Nov 09 | د.إ473.33 | د.إ433.89 | د.إ355.00 | ↑ 2.71% |
| Sat, Nov 08 | د.إ472.36 | د.إ433.00 | د.إ354.27 | ↑ 0.20% |
💡 Pro Tip: Prices typically fluctuate 0.5-2% daily based on international gold markets and currency exchange rates. Today's 0.22% change indicates a stable market - ideal for planned purchases.
Learn why gold prices differ across 119 countries, how rates are calculated, and what factors affect gold rates today globally.
📖 Read Complete Gold Price GuideCalculate gold prices in different units and purities for UAE
Calculate the actual cost of buying gold jewelry with our free calculator. Unlike simple gold price calculators, our Jewelry Purchase Cost Calculator includes making charges, wastage, and taxes to give you the real amount you'll pay at jewelers in UAE.
💡 Why This Matters: A 10-gram 22K gold ring may cost د.إ4,460 in raw gold, but with 15% making charges and 6% wastage, your actual purchase cost jumps to د.إ5,397. Use our calculator to compare jeweler quotes and avoid overpaying.
💡 These are estimates based on typical making charges. Actual costs may vary by jeweler and design complexity.
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Instant price calculations for common gold weights in UAE (AED)
| Weight Unit | 24K Gold (99.9%) | 22K Gold (91.6%) | 18K Gold (75%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram | د.إ486.54 | د.إ446.00 | د.إ364.90 |
| 5 Grams | د.إ2,432.70 | د.إ2,230.00 | د.إ1,824.50 |
| 8 Grams (1 Sovereign) | د.إ3,892.32 | د.إ3,568.00 | د.إ2,919.20 |
| 10 Grams | د.إ4,865.40 | د.إ4,460.00 | د.إ3,649.00 |
| 11.66 Grams (1 Tola) | د.إ5,673.06 | د.إ5,200.36 | د.إ4,254.73 |
| 50 Grams | د.إ24,327.00 | د.إ22,300.00 | د.إ18,245.00 |
| 100 Grams | د.إ48,654.00 | د.إ44,600.00 | د.إ36,490.00 |
| 1 Kilogram | د.إ486,540.00 | د.إ446,000.00 | د.إ364,900.00 |
| Note: Prices shown are retail rates including local taxes and premiums. Actual jewelry cost may vary with making charges. | |||
Complete comparison to help you choose the right gold purity for your needs
| Feature | 24K Gold | 22K Gold | 18K Gold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purity Level | 99.9% Pure | 91.6% Pure | 75% Pure |
| Today's Price (per gram) | د.إ486.54 | د.إ446.00 | د.إ364.90 |
| Best For | Investment, Coins | Jewelry, Ornaments | Daily Wear Jewelry |
| Durability | Soft & Bendable | Medium Strength | Very Hard & Durable |
| Resale Value | Highest (100%) | Good (~96%) | Lower (~78%) |
| Hallmark Standard | 999 | 916 | 750 |
| Color | Deep Yellow | Rich Yellow | Light Yellow |
| Alloy Metals | None (0%) | Copper, Silver (8.4%) | Copper, Silver (25%) |
For investment, choose 24K gold for maximum resale value. For jewelry that you'll wear regularly, 22K offers the best balance of purity and durability. For intricate designs or daily wear pieces, 18K is most durable.
Compare gold rates across major international markets (24K gold per gram)
| Country | Currency | 24K Price/gram | Import Duty | Market Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 UAE (Dubai) (Current) | AED | د.إ491.45 | 0% (Tax free) | Duty Free |
| 🇮🇳 India | INR | ₹12,869.39 | 6.0% GST | Medium Tax |
| 🇺🇸 USA | USD | $137.83 | 0% (Tax free) | Duty Free |
| 🇬🇧 UK | GBP | £106.86 | 0% (Tax free) | Duty Free |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGD | S$174.12 | 0% (Tax free) | Duty Free |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | SAR | ﷼501.82 | 0% (Tax free) | Duty Free |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | AUD | A$211.27 | 0% (Tax free) | Duty Free |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | CAD | C$193.44 | 0% (Tax free) | Duty Free |
| Live Data: Prices updated hourly (24 times daily) from Metals.dev API. Dubai/UAE and Saudi Arabia offer the lowest gold prices globally due to zero import duties and tax-free status. | ||||
🌟 Why UAE for Gold? UAE is called "City of Gold" for a reason: 5% VAT (lowest in region), 5% import duty only, 300+ shops competing on prices, guaranteed 22K/24K purity, and you can bargain 5-15% below displayed prices! Average savings vs other countries: 10-20%.
| Souk/Market | Location | No. of Shops | Best For | Price Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 Deira Gold Souk | Old Dubai (Al Ras Metro) | 380+ shops | Traditional designs, bargaining | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best prices |
| 💎 Gold & Diamond Park | Sheikh Zayed Road | 118 shops | Custom designs, modern jewelry | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Competitive |
| 🏙️ Gold Souk Sharjah | Central Souk, Sharjah | 200+ shops | Lower making charges than Dubai | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cheaper |
| 🛒 Karama Gold Souk | Karama, Dubai | 40+ shops | Budget shoppers, quick purchases | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good |
| 🏛️ Madinat Jumeirah | Jumeirah Beach Road | 75+ shops | Luxury experience, high-end designs | ⭐⭐⭐ Premium pricing |
| 🕌 Abu Dhabi Gold Souk | Madinat Zayed, Abu Dhabi | 200+ shops | Less crowded, good for locals | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Competitive |
| Market | 22K Gold Rate | Making Charges | 10g Necklace Total | Bargaining Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deira Gold Souk | د.إ446.00 | د.إ8-15/g | د.إ4,580 | 10-15% possible |
| Gold Souk Sharjah | د.إ446.00 | د.إ6-12/g | د.إ4,550 | BEST BARGAINING |
| Gold & Diamond Park | د.إ446.00 | د.إ12-20/g | د.إ4,620 | 5-10% possible |
| Mall Jewelry Stores | د.إ446.00 | د.إ20-35/g | د.إ4,740 | Fixed prices |
💡 Money-Saving Tip: On a 10g necklace, Sharjah saves you د.إ190 vs mall stores! Always shop at traditional souks, visit 3-4 shops to compare, and bargain on making charges (gold rate is same everywhere). Best time: Weekday mornings (less crowded, better attention).
🎁 Tourist Advantage: As a tourist, you can claim 5% VAT refund on gold purchases over د.إ250! On a د.إ10,000 purchase, you get د.إ476 back (85% of VAT) at the airport. This makes UAE gold 8-10% cheaper than most countries even before considering lower base prices.
Ask for "Tax-Free shopping" invoice. Show your passport. Shop must be Planet/Tax Free registered (most gold shops are). Minimum purchase: د.إ250.
Before check-in: Get Tax-Free form stamped at customs (show invoice + gold). After security: Collect refund at Tax-Free counter (cash/card).
Get 85% of 5% VAT back = 4.25% refund. On د.إ10,000 purchase: VAT paid = د.إ476, Refund = د.إ405. Service fee deducted by Planet/Tax Free.
| Destination Country | Duty-Free Allowance | Declaration Required? | Duty Above Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | ₹50,000 (women) / ₹20,000 (men) | YES - Always declare | 12.5% import duty + 3% GST |
| USA | $800 total goods | YES if over $10,000 | 3% duty on gold jewelry |
| UK | £390 total goods | YES if over £10,000 | 20% VAT on jewelry |
| Singapore | S$600 (if away 48hrs+) | Optional if under S$20,000 | 8% GST on excess |
| Australia | A$900 total goods | YES if over A$10,000 | 10% GST + 5% import duty |
✓ Always check purity: Look for 916 hallmark (22K) or 999 (24K) stamped on jewelry. UAE has strict quality controls.
✓ Get itemized invoice: Must show: gold rate, weight, making charges, VAT separately. Keep for customs + VAT refund.
✓ Bargain on making charges only: Gold rate (د.إ446.00/g today) is fixed. Negotiate 10-20% off making charges.
✓ Best shopping times: Dubai Shopping Festival (Jan-Feb, 25% off making charges!), Eid sales, Diwali offers (Oct-Nov).
✓ Insurance: Get jewelry insured if carrying over $5,000 value. Most hotels offer safe deposit boxes (free).
✓ Currency: Pay in AED (not USD/EUR) to avoid 3-5% conversion markups. Use credit cards for better rates than cash exchange.
⚠️ Common Tourist Scams to Avoid: (1) "Airport prices lower" - FALSE, souks are 20% cheaper. (2) "Special tourist discount, no invoice needed" - ALWAYS get invoice for VAT refund + resale. (3) 18K sold as 22K - Check hallmark stamp. (4) Inflated making charges (د.إ40-50/g) - Walk away, standard is د.إ8-20/g.
💰 Savings Breakdown: Today's 22K gold: Dubai د.إ446.00/g vs India ₹10,235.70/g (د.إ515.13 equivalent). That's 15.5% cheaper in Dubai! On 100g jewelry, you save د.إ6,913 (₹158,653).
| Weight | Dubai Price (AED) | India Price (INR) | India Price (AED equiv.) | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | د.إ446.00 | ₹10,235.70 | د.إ515.13 | د.إ69.13 |
| 10 grams | د.إ4,460 | ₹102,357 | د.إ5,151 | د.إ691 |
| 50 grams (necklace set) | د.إ22,300 | ₹511,785 | د.إ25,757 | د.إ3,457 |
| 100 grams (bridal set) | د.إ44,600 | ₹1,023,570 | د.إ51,513 | د.إ6,913 |
| Component | Dubai (UAE) | India | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Gold Price | $15,131.39/oz | $15,131.39/oz | Same base price |
| Import Duty | 5% | 12.5% | India pays 7.5% MORE |
| GST / VAT | 5% | 3% | Dubai 2% higher (but refundable!) |
| Making Charges (avg) | د.إ8-15/g | ₹500-800/g (د.إ22-35/g) | India 2-3X higher |
| TOTAL COST (per gram) | د.إ458.00 | ₹10,885.70 (د.إ474.32) | Dubai saves 3.4%! |
🎯 Bottom Line for Indian Buyers: On a typical bridal gold set (100g), buying in Dubai saves د.إ9,693 (₹222,453) even after flight costs! This is why Dubai Shopping Festival sees 500,000+ Indian tourists annually. Visit during DSF (Jan-Feb) or Diwali season (Oct-Nov) for maximum savings.
Dubai is known as the "City of Gold" with the famous Gold Souk. UAE has a 5% import duty and 5% VAT on gold. Dubai remains one of the most competitive gold markets globally due to its strategic location and tax structure.
Today's gold rate in UAE is د.إ486.54 per gram for 24K gold, د.إ446.00 for 22K gold, and د.إ364.90 for 18K gold.
24K gold (99.9% pure) is best for investment as it has the highest purity and resale value. 22K gold (91.6% pure) is preferred for jewelry as it's more durable with added alloys. 18K gold (75% pure) is most durable but has lower investment value.
Gold prices vary due to local taxes (0.00% import duty in UAE), transportation costs, demand-supply dynamics, and local market premiums. International prices also fluctuate based on USD exchange rates.
The best time to buy gold is during price dips or corrections. Monitor our live prices regularly. When prices drop below recent averages (watch for opportunities), it may be a good buying opportunity.
10 grams of 24K gold is worth د.إ4,865.40 today. For 22K gold, it's د.إ4,460.00, and for 18K gold, it's د.إ3,649.00. Use our calculator above for custom weights.
Gold prices are affected by global factors like USD strength, inflation rates, geopolitical tensions, central bank policies, and market demand. Local factors include import duties (0.00% in UAE), currency exchange rates, and regional demand patterns.
Gold is trading in a stable range (-0.22%). It's always wise to diversify your portfolio and consult with a financial advisor.
24K gold is 99.9% pure gold (ideal for investment), 22K is 91.6% pure (91.6% gold + 8.4% alloys like copper/silver for jewelry durability), and 18K is 75% pure (75% gold + 25% alloys for maximum durability). Higher karat = more gold content but less durability for jewelry.
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