Gold Rate in United Arab Emirates Today
Live gold price in United Arab Emirates in AED — 24K, 22K, 21K, 18K, per gram, tola & ounce, with today's change. Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
Gold Rate Today in United Arab Emirates (AED)
| Purity | 1 gram | 10 gram | 1 tola (11.66g) | 1 ounce (31.1g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | AED 536 | AED 5,361 | AED 6,252 | AED 16,673 |
| 22K | AED 491 | AED 4,914 | AED 5,731 | AED 15,284 |
| 21K | AED 469 | AED 4,690 | AED 5,471 | AED 14,589 |
| 18K | AED 402 | AED 4,020 | AED 4,689 | AED 12,505 |
Silver today: AED 8 per gram · AED 247 per ounce.
How Is the Gold Rate in United Arab Emirates Decided?
The gold rate in United Arab Emirates is anchored to the international spot price of gold, quoted in US dollars per troy ounce on global markets and traded around the clock. To get the local price, that dollar figure is converted into AED using the live exchange rate, then divided down to a per-gram value and adjusted for local taxes, import costs and the retailer's margin. Because both the dollar gold price and the AED exchange rate move continuously, the United Arab Emirates gold rate changes throughout the day rather than staying fixed.
Dubai and the wider UAE quote gold per gram by karat, and also per tola (11.66 g) and per ounce. The Dubai Gold Souk publishes rates that update through the day. 21K is extremely popular in the Gulf alongside 22K and 24K; the extra purity options are a hallmark of Middle Eastern gold buying. The figures on this page are refreshed automatically every day from live bullion and currency data, giving Emirati buyers a reliable benchmark to compare against a jeweller's board rate before purchasing.
Tax, Purity & Buying Tips in United Arab Emirates
Tax: 5% VAT applies, but investment gold of 99% purity is zero-rated, making the UAE one of the cheapest places to buy gold. Always ask whether the quoted price already includes tax and the making or workmanship charge, because those extras — not the metal itself — are usually where the biggest differences between sellers appear.
Purity: Match the karat to your purpose. Choose 24K bars and coins for investment, and lower karats such as 22K, 21K or 18K for jewellery that must withstand daily wear. Look for a recognised assay or hallmark stamp so you receive the purity you pay for. Compare the day's rate: the price a United Arab Emirates shop quotes should sit close to today's benchmark above; a large gap is worth questioning. Use the calculator below to separate the pure metal cost from making charges and tax so you can negotiate with confidence.
United Arab Emirates Gold Value Calculator
Enter weight, purity and making charges to estimate the price in AED (including local tax).
Gold Rate in United Arab Emirates — FAQ
What is the gold rate today in United Arab Emirates?
Today (Wednesday, 12 August 2026) 24K gold in United Arab Emirates is about AED 536 per gram and 22K about AED 491 per gram, in AED. That is roughly AED 16,673 per ounce for 24K.
What is the price of 1 tola of gold in United Arab Emirates?
1 tola equals 11.66 grams. In United Arab Emirates today, 1 tola of 24K gold is about AED 6,252 and 22K about AED 5,731.
Is gold cheaper in United Arab Emirates?
Gold everywhere tracks the same international spot price; local differences come from currency, taxes and margins. 5% VAT applies, but investment gold of 99% purity is zero-rated, making the UAE one of the cheapest places to buy gold.
Which gold purity is best to buy in United Arab Emirates?
21K is extremely popular in the Gulf alongside 22K and 24K; the extra purity options are a hallmark of Middle Eastern gold buying. Choose 24K for investment and lower karats for durable jewellery.
How often is this United Arab Emirates rate updated?
Automatically every day, from live international spot and AED exchange rates.