Today’s Gold Rates in Dubai (UAE)
In Dubai, current retail gold rates per gram (in Emirati Dirham AED) are around:
● 24 K: ≈ AED 481.75 per gram
● 22 K: ≈ AED 446.00 per gram.
● 21 K: ≈ AED 427.75 per gram
● 18 K: ≈ AED 366.75 per gram.
Source: Goldpriceme com
These rates can vary slightly depending on time of day and specific retailer For example, one site lists 24 K gold at AED 471 90 per gram
What this means for buyers/investors
● If you’re buying 24 K gold in Dubai, you can expect to pay around AED 480+ per gram (before any additional making-charges or premiums)
● Buying 22 K or 21 K jewellery will cost less per gram but contain less pure gold.
● As an investor (if buying almost-pure gold rather than ornate jewellery), be sure to check the purity, shop reputation, and compare rates across dealers
Tips when buying in Dubai
● Ask for the per-gram rate for the specific carat/purity you want, and verify the official daily rate (the retail displays at major gold-souks often show live rates)
● Remember that jewellery purchase price may include making charges, design premiums, and mark-ups, separate from the raw gold per-gram rate
● If you’re buying purely for investment (bars/coins) rather than decorative jewellery, favour higher-purity (24 K) and check for minimal extra charges
● Keep in mind that even though Dubai has competitive gold pricing, you still need to factor in your costs (travel if you’re visiting from abroad, import/export rules if bringing gold back home, storage, etc)