Dubai Gold Rate: Gold is so cheap in Dubai, how much can you bring to India, know the A to Z rules

Gold Rate India vs Dubai: In India, the making charge on jewelry ranges from 8–25%, while in Dubai it’s only 2–8%. This makes jewelry significantly cheaper. Furthermore, new jewelry designs are easily available.

Dubai Gold Rate: Most Indians who travel to Dubai prefer to buy gold on their return. Why do people bring gold from Dubai to India, and how much cheaper is it there compared to India? People also want to know how much gold can be brought from Dubai?

In fact, everyone knows that gold is much cheaper in Dubai than in India. Because of its connection to the international gold market, prices here are almost close to the spot price.

• Gold price in India (24 carat): ₹12,569 per gram.
• Gold price in Dubai (24 carat): ₹488.22 per gram (i.e. ₹11,800).

Currently, gold is about 10% cheaper in Dubai than in India. Furthermore, the making charges for gold in Dubai are lower than in India. This makes gold about 20% cheaper overall. This is why people prefer to buy gold from Dubai. Due to the low prices, there are also reports of gold smuggling.

It’s worth noting that in India, jewelry making charges range from 8–25%, while in Dubai, it’s only 2–8%. This makes jewelry much cheaper in Dubai than in India. Furthermore, Dubai’s gold market, especially the Gold Souk, is renowned worldwide for its 99.9% purity. Therefore, gold purchased there comes with a bill, certificate, and hallmark.

Customs Rules… How Much Gold Can Be Carried?

Meanwhile, the Customs Department has clarified the gold regulations for travelers returning to India from Dubai in 2025. According to the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), male travelers are allowed to bring up to 20 grams of gold (maximum value of ₹50,000) duty-free, while for women and children under 15, the limit is 40 grams (maximum value of ₹1 lakh).

If someone brings more than the permitted amount of gold, customs duty must be paid. For men, the duty is 3% on 20–50 grams, 6% on 50–100 grams, and 10% on items above 100 grams. Similar slab rates are set for women and children.

Furthermore, under a special rule, a traveler can bring up to one kilogram of gold from Dubai to India. However, the traveler must have resided in Dubai for at least six months or more. If someone has been residing in Dubai for at least six months, they can bring up to one kilogram of gold in their luggage, but duty will be payable. When paying the duty, the bill of purchase, purity certificate, and manufacturer’s serial number must be presented.

Another important point:

Under the India-UAE Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in 2025, regulations on gold imports have been tightened. Now, unwrought or powdered gold can only be imported through agencies registered under CEPA. This step is a big step towards controlling illegal import of precious metals and smuggling of gold.

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