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18K Gold Price History in United Arab Emirates for 2026

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Low: AED 43.00High: AED 482.90
AED 548.89AED 405.92AED 262.95AED 119.98AED -22.9901 January 202613 August 2026

Today’s prices

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Updated: 13 Aug 2026, 14:07
22K Gold
+AED 4.25 (+0.87%)
AED 494.00 / g
10g: AED 4,940.00
24K Gold
+AED 4.50 (+0.85%)
AED 533.25 / g
10g: AED 5,332.50
18K Gold
+AED 3.50 (+0.87%)
AED 404.20 / g
10g: AED 4,042.00

Today's Gold Price by Weight

Weight22K (916)24K (999)18K (750)
1 gramAED 494.00AED 533.25AED 404.20
8 gramsAED 3,952.00AED 4,266.00AED 3,233.60
10 gramsAED 4,940.00AED 5,332.50AED 4,042.00
1 Tola (11.664g)AED 5,762.02AED 6,219.83AED 4,714.59
100 gramsAED 49,400.00AED 53,325.00AED 40,420.00

Disclaimer: Rates are indicative and may vary by jeweller. Making charges and local taxes may apply.

Gold Investment Guide for United Arab Emirates

Digital Gold vs Physical Gold
In United Arab Emirates, you can buy physical gold from local jewelers or digital gold through apps. Physical gold incurs making charges (8-25%), while digital gold is pure 24K investment with no making charges, stored in insured vaults.
Taxation on Gold
Gold jewelry purchases attract 3% GST. If you sell physical gold within 3 years, Short Term Capital Gains (STCG) tax applies. After 3 years, Long Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax is applicable at 20% with indexation benefits.
Checklist Before Buying
1. Check the BIS Hallmark (Triangle + Purity + 6-digit code).
2. Compare Making Charges across jewelers in United Arab Emirates.
3. Ensure the invoice includes the HUID code for buyback assurance.

2026 Performance: High, Low, and Average Gold Rates in United Arab Emirates

In 2026, the highest 18K gold price in United Arab Emirates was AED 482.90 per gram, while the lowest was AED 43.00. The yearly average stands at AED 416.07, offering a comprehensive record for financial planning in United Arab Emirates.

The United Arab Emirates is one of the world's most important gold trading hubs. Dubai's Gold Souk in Deira is the most famous, but each emirate has its own active gold market: Abu Dhabi's World Trade Centre Souk, Sharjah's Gold Souk near Rolla Square, and Ajman's Gold Souk. Gold in the UAE is priced in UAE Dirhams (AED), pegged to USD, and tracks the international spot price with very competitive local premiums. The UAE levies no import duty on gold, and investment-grade gold is VAT-exempt (introduced 5% VAT in 2018 but investment gold and gold bars above 99% purity are zero-rated). The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) is the regulatory body overseeing the UAE's gold trade and sets daily benchmark prices used across all emirates. Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX) trades gold futures. The UAE is a transit hub for gold flowing between the West, Africa, and Asia. Indian, Pakistani, and Filipino expatriates — who together make up over 60% of the UAE's population — are the largest buyers of 22K South Asian-style gold jewellery. Major international chains including Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, and Pure Gold have flagship stores across all seven emirates.

Full 2026 gold rate chart for United Arab Emirates (18K). View annual high/low prices, yearly averages, and market performance reports.

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FAQ

What was the overall gold price growth in United Arab Emirates during 2026?

Gold in United Arab Emirates saw a growth of approximately 1.92% over the course of 2026, outperforming several other asset classes.

How can I download the 2026 price chart for United Arab Emirates?

You can use our historical data table to export the 2026 18K gold rates for United Arab Emirates for your tax or accounting purposes.