24 Karat
(999.9 pure)
AED 6,254
per tola (11.66g)
Per gramAED 536
Per 10gAED 5,362
Gold Rate / United Arab Emirates
Gold Rate in UAE Today
LiveLive gold rates for United Arab Emirates by karat purity. Prices are market references only - final cost varies by jeweler premium, making charges, taxes, and local spread.
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Currency: AED
Track UAE gold rate today with live 24K, 22K, 21K, and 18K prices in AED. The current benchmark is AED 536 per gram and AED 6,254 per tola, with city references for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, and Al Ain. Use this page as your Gold Souk baseline before adding making charges and jewelry VAT.
Today vs Yesterday (24K / gram)
AED 536.20
Yesterday: AED 538.64
Down AED 2.4441 (-0.45%)
24K per Tola
AED 6,254
Local reference update:
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Estimated Value
AED 491.51
AED 491.51 per gram (22k)
Weight in grams: 1.000
Gold Rate Today in United Arab Emirates
If you are searching for today gold rate in United Arab Emirates, this page gives live 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K references in AED with gram, tola and ounce breakdowns. It is designed for both quick checks and deeper research across middle east market hours, local retail spread, and recent price direction.
22 Karat
(916 fineness)
AED 5,733
per tola (11.66g)
Per gramAED 492
Per 10gAED 4,915
21 Karat
(875 fineness)
AED 5,472
per tola (11.66g)
Per gramAED 469
Per 10gAED 4,692
18 Karat
(750 fineness)
AED 4,691
per tola (11.66g)
Per gramAED 402
Per 10gAED 4,021
PURITY COMPARISON
24K
99.9%
22K
91.6%
21K
87.5%
18K
75.0%
Gold Price Per Gram, Tola & Ounce in United Arab Emirates
Unit breakdown below is 24K reference only. Each row shows today price, yesterday reference, and daily move to avoid duplicate interpretation across cards.
| Unit | Today | Yesterday | Day Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Gram (24K) | AED 536.20 | AED 538.64 | AED 2.4441 (-0.45%) |
| Per 10 Gram (24K) | AED 5,361.96 | AED 5,386.40 | AED 24.441 (-0.45%) |
| Per Tola (24K) | AED 6,254.08 | AED 6,282.59 | AED 28.5075 (-0.45%) |
| Per Troy Ounce (24K) | AED 16,677.56 | AED 16,753.58 | AED 76.02 (-0.45%) |
United Arab Emirates Gold Price Chart (per tola)
Trend view for United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates. This chart uses the same local reference series shown in the table below.
Gold Rate Changes for Last 10 days in United Arab Emirates
This 10-day table shows the short-term direction for 18K, 22K and 24K rates in United Arab Emirates.
| Date | 18k | 22k | 24k | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 May 2026 | AED 402.15 | AED 491.51 | AED 536.20 | -0.45% |
| 15 May 2026 | AED 403.98 | AED 493.75 | AED 538.64 | -2.48% |
| 14 May 2026 | AED 414.27 | AED 506.33 | AED 552.36 | -0.42% |
| 13 May 2026 | AED 416.01 | AED 508.45 | AED 554.67 | +0.43% |
| 12 May 2026 | AED 414.23 | AED 506.28 | AED 552.30 | -0.87% |
| 11 May 2026 | AED 417.87 | AED 510.72 | AED 557.15 | -0.04% |
| 08 May 2026 | AED 418.02 | AED 510.91 | AED 557.35 | +0.44% |
| 07 May 2026 | AED 416.19 | AED 508.68 | AED 554.92 | +0.38% |
| 06 May 2026 | AED 414.61 | AED 506.74 | AED 552.81 | +2.77% |
| 05 May 2026 | AED 403.44 | AED 493.09 | AED 537.92 | +0.80% |
Daily Gold Rates in United Arab Emirates (Last 30 Days)
Review the broader 30-day trend to understand how today gold rate in United Arab Emirates compares with recent market movement (15 Apr 2026 to 17 May 2026).
| Date | 18k | 22k | 24k | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 May 2026 | AED 402.15 | AED 491.51 | AED 536.20 | -0.45% |
| 15 May 2026 | AED 403.98 | AED 493.75 | AED 538.64 | -2.48% |
| 14 May 2026 | AED 414.27 | AED 506.33 | AED 552.36 | -0.42% |
| 13 May 2026 | AED 416.01 | AED 508.45 | AED 554.67 | +0.43% |
| 12 May 2026 | AED 414.23 | AED 506.28 | AED 552.30 | -0.87% |
| 11 May 2026 | AED 417.87 | AED 510.72 | AED 557.15 | -0.04% |
| 08 May 2026 | AED 418.02 | AED 510.91 | AED 557.35 | +0.44% |
| 07 May 2026 | AED 416.19 | AED 508.68 | AED 554.92 | +0.38% |
| 06 May 2026 | AED 414.61 | AED 506.74 | AED 552.81 | +2.77% |
| 05 May 2026 | AED 403.44 | AED 493.09 | AED 537.92 | +0.80% |
| 04 May 2026 | AED 400.23 | AED 489.16 | AED 533.63 | -2.38% |
| 01 May 2026 | AED 410.00 | AED 501.11 | AED 546.67 | +0.33% |
| 30 Apr 2026 | AED 408.66 | AED 499.47 | AED 544.87 | +1.53% |
| 29 Apr 2026 | AED 402.50 | AED 491.95 | AED 536.67 | -1.01% |
| 28 Apr 2026 | AED 406.60 | AED 496.96 | AED 542.14 | -1.79% |
| 27 Apr 2026 | AED 414.03 | AED 506.04 | AED 552.04 | -0.99% |
| 24 Apr 2026 | AED 418.18 | AED 511.11 | AED 557.58 | +0.37% |
| 23 Apr 2026 | AED 416.66 | AED 509.25 | AED 555.55 | -0.58% |
| 22 Apr 2026 | AED 419.09 | AED 512.22 | AED 558.78 | +0.73% |
| 21 Apr 2026 | AED 416.07 | AED 508.53 | AED 554.76 | -2.25% |
| 20 Apr 2026 | AED 425.65 | AED 520.24 | AED 567.53 | -1.05% |
| 17 Apr 2026 | AED 430.17 | AED 525.76 | AED 573.55 | +1.51% |
| 16 Apr 2026 | AED 423.77 | AED 517.94 | AED 565.03 | -0.30% |
| 15 Apr 2026 | AED 425.07 | AED 519.52 | AED 566.75 | 0.00% |
Gold Price in Major Cities of United Arab Emirates
City references below apply local market spread assumptions over the national 24K benchmark so rates are not shown as identical placeholders. Final quotes can still vary by dealer policy and inventory.
Dubai Gold Souk Market Context
Dubai Gold Souk in Deira is one of the world's most recognized physical gold markets, with hundreds of active retailers and strong daily price competition. The Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG) reference is commonly used as a baseline across UAE retailers.
UAE is usually considered cost-efficient for bullion because import duty on gold is effectively zero and investment bars/coins often receive favorable VAT treatment. Jewelry invoices can still include making charges and applicable VAT at checkout.
Gold Cost Comparison (UAE vs Other Markets)
| Component | UAE | India | Pakistan | UK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Import duty | 0% | 6% | 4% | 0% |
| VAT on bullion | 0% | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| VAT / GST on jewelry | 5% | 3% GST | 17% GST | 20% VAT |
| Typical making charges | AED 3 - 15 / gram | INR 200 - 800 / gram | PKR 500 - 2,000 / gram | GBP 5 - 20 / gram |
Dubai Gold Souk Buying Guide
- 1. Bargaining is normal; first quote is usually not final.
- 2. Check daily DGJG reference rate before discussing making charges.
- 3. 22K is the most common jewelry purity, with 21K also widely available.
- 4. Verify hallmark code (999, 916, 875, 750) and net weight on invoice.
- 5. Compare Deira Gold Souk, Gold & Diamond Park, and mall dealers for spread.
Gold Nisab for Zakat 2026 (UAE)
Nisab = 87.48 grams (about 7.5 tola) of 24K gold.
Current value in AED: AED 46,906.42
Approx value in PKR: Rs 3,563,125.25
If your holdings remain above nisab for one lunar year, zakat may be due at 2.5%.
Expat and Remittance Context
UAE has a large expatriate population and gold purchasing is often used as a savings alternative to cash remittance. Many buyers compare UAE souk quotes with home-country jewelry rates before travel.
If you are carrying gold to another country, always verify current customs allowances and declaration rules before departure. Rules can change and may differ by purity, quantity, and traveler category.
FX context: 1 USD = 3.6725 AED and 1 USD = 278.97 PKR.
UAE Hallmark and Purity Guide
| Hallmark | Purity | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| 999 / 24K | 99.9% | Bars, coins, investment |
| 916 / 22K | 91.6% | Most popular jewelry |
| 875 / 21K | 87.5% | Widely sold in souks |
| 750 / 18K | 75.0% | Designer jewelry |
| 585 / 14K | 58.5% | Western-style jewelry |
Why Gold Prices Change
Gold prices in the UAE are mostly driven by global XAU/USD movement because AED is pegged to USD near 3.6725. Dubai Gold Souk benchmarks, seasonal Gulf demand during Ramadan and Eid, making charges, and VAT treatment on jewelry versus bullion shape final retail quotes across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other emirates.
Global XAU Spot
UAE gold follows global XAU/USD closely. US yields, inflation expectations, and risk sentiment can move prices quickly.
AED Dollar Peg
AED is generally stable near 3.6725 per USD, so FX volatility contributes less than in floating-currency markets.
Souk Competition
Dubai Gold Souk liquidity can tighten spreads, while lower-volume emirates may trade with slightly wider dealer margins.
Jewelry VAT vs Bullion
VAT treatment differs between investment bullion and finished jewelry invoices, which affects end-user checkout prices.
Ramadan and Eid Demand
Seasonal gifting cycles can increase retail demand and temporarily widen making-charge negotiation ranges.
Geopolitical Risk
Global and regional uncertainty often increases safe-haven demand, which can lift gold prices even with steady local FX.
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Disclaimer: Gold rates are indicative and may vary by city, jeweler premiums, making charges, taxes, and exchange spreads. Data is informational only and not financial advice.