24K Gold Rate in UAE Today: Price per Gram, Ounce, TT Bar and in US Dollars
By Zohaib Noman, Editor of GoldRateUAE. Prices refresh automatically through the trading day. How we calculate the rate.
Quick answer: At 12:30 UAE time on Sunday, 18 October 2026, the world market price of 24K gold in the UAE is AED 491.70 per gram, AED 5,735.09 per tola and AED 4,917.00 for 10 grams, equal to US$133.89 per gram. Investment bars and coins of 24K carry no VAT in the UAE, and dealers add a small premium over this world price.
Gold Price in UAE Today (AED per gram)
| Karat | Purity | Per Gram (AED) | Per Tola (AED) | Per 10g (AED) | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | 491.70 | 5,735.09 | 4,917.00 | Investment / Bars |
| 22K | 91.6% | 450.74 | 5,257.34 | 4,507.40 | Jewellery (most popular) |
| 21K | 87.5% | 430.24 | 5,018.23 | 4,302.40 | Traditional Jewellery |
| 20K | 83.3% | 409.74 | 4,779.13 | 4,097.40 | Jewellery |
| 18K | 75.0% | 368.78 | 4,301.38 | 3,687.80 | Designer / Affordable |
GoldRateUAE shows the 24K gold rate in UAE today for every size of bar and coin, in dirhams and US dollars. 24K is the purest gold sold in Dubai, and it is the karat investors watch most closely.
Because the dirham is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725, the dirham price of 24K moves in step with the international price. The US dollar column below lets you compare Dubai directly with prices quoted abroad.
What Does 24K Gold Cost by Weight Today?
The table shows the live value of the most traded 24K sizes, from a single gram to a full kilogram bar, including the 116.64 gram Ten Tola bar that is popular in the Gulf.
| Weight | 24K in AED | 24K in US$ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | 491.70 | 133.89 |
| 5 grams | 2,458.50 | 669.43 |
| 10 grams | 4,917.00 | 1,338.87 |
| 1 tola (11.6638 g) | 5,735.09 | 1,561.63 |
| 1 troy ounce (31.1035 g) | 15,293.59 | 4,164.35 |
| 50 grams | 24,585.00 | 6,694.35 |
| 100 grams | 49,170.00 | 13,388.70 |
| TT bar (116.64 g) | 57,351.89 | 15,616.58 |
| 1 kilogram | 491,700.00 | 133,887.00 |
Retail bars and coins sell at a premium over these values, which covers minting, assaying and the dealer’s margin. Smaller items usually carry a higher premium per gram than large bars.
What Is the 24K Gold Price per Gram in US Dollars?
To convert the dirham price to US dollars, divide by 3.6725. The live sentence at the top of this page and the dollar column in the table already do this for you.
The world price is usually quoted per troy ounce of 31.1035 grams. Dividing the ounce price by 31.1035 gives the price per gram in dollars, and multiplying by 3.6725 gives the dirham figure shown here.
Why Is 24K Gold Mostly Bought as Bars and Coins?
24K gold is 99.9% pure, usually stamped 999 or 999.9, and it is too soft for most everyday jewellery. Rings and bangles in 24K bend and scratch easily, which is why jewellers prefer 22K and 21K.
For investment, that purity is the point. Bars and coins of at least 99% purity are zero rated for VAT in the UAE, while jewellery carries 5%, so a gram of pure gold costs less as a bar than inside a necklace.
Much of Dubai’s bullion trade runs through the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), which sets the UAE Good Delivery standard for bars. See where to buy gold bars in Dubai and our guide to gold bars vs coins.
Is 24K Gold Cheaper in Dubai Than in Other Gulf Countries?
The world price of the metal converts to almost the same dirham figure across the Gulf, because every currency below is pegged to the US dollar. The difference that matters is tax, and for 24K investment gold that difference is usually small.
| Country | 24K per gram, local | In AED | VAT on jewellery |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | AED 491.70 | 491.70 | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 502.08 | 491.70 | 15% |
| Kuwait | KWD 41.170 | 491.70 | None |
| Oman | OMR 51.550 | 491.73 | 5% |
| Bahrain | BHD 50.340 | 491.69 | 10% |
| Qatar | QAR 487.35 | 491.70 | None |
The VAT column applies to jewellery. Investment bars and coins are treated differently in each country, so ask the dealer before you compare final prices.
How Has the 24K Gold Rate Changed Over Time?
24K gold averaged about AED 148 per gram in 2016 and about AED 405 per gram in 2025, then hit a record of about AED 638 per gram on 29 January 2026. The full year by year record is on our gold rate history in Dubai page.
Prices can fall sharply as well as rise. After the January 2026 record, the world price dropped about 26% by mid July before recovering part of the loss.
Should You Buy 24K or 22K Gold?
Buy 24K if you want to hold gold as savings, since bars carry no VAT and resell close to the market price. Buy 22K if you want jewellery to wear, since it is harder and designed for daily use.
The 22K gold rate in UAE page shows the jewellery karat by weight, and the 22K vs 24K comparison explains the trade offs in detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 24 carat gold rate per gram in the UAE today?
The live table at the top of this page shows today’s 24K price per gram in AED. It updates through the trading day and is the same across the UAE.
How much is a 1 ounce gold bar in Dubai?
The weight table shows the live world value of one troy ounce of 24K gold in dirhams and dollars. Dealers add a premium for the bar itself.
How much does a TT bar cost in Dubai?
A Ten Tola bar weighs 116.64 grams, and its live 24K value is in the weight table. The dealer’s price will be slightly higher.
Is there VAT on 24K gold bars in the UAE?
No VAT is charged on investment gold bars and coins of at least 99% purity. Jewellery, including 24K jewellery, carries 5% VAT.
Check the 24K Gold Rate in UAE Before You Buy
Check the 24K gold rate in UAE on this page, compare the dealer’s premium on the bar or coin you want, and confirm that no VAT is added to investment gold. Keep the invoice and assay certificate for resale.
This page gives market information only and is not financial advice. Prices are world market values; bars and coins sell at a premium, and jewellery includes making charges and VAT.
Sources: LBMA precious metal prices, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre and UAE Government guide to VAT.