Gold Rate in Al Ain Today: 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K Price per Gram
By Zohaib Noman, Editor of GoldRateUAE. Prices refresh automatically through the trading day. How we calculate the rate.
Quick answer: At 00:32 UAE time on Monday, 19 October 2026, the world market price of gold in Al Ain is AED 450.93 per gram for 22K and AED 491.91 per gram for 24K. Al Ain follows the same base rate as Abu Dhabi and Dubai, so the making charge and 5% VAT set your final price.
Gold Price in Al Ain Today (AED per gram)
| Karat | Purity | Per Gram (AED) | Per Tola (AED) | Per 10g (AED) | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | 491.91 | 5,737.54 | 4,919.10 | Investment / Bars |
| 22K | 91.6% | 450.93 | 5,259.56 | 4,509.30 | Jewellery (most popular) |
| 21K | 87.5% | 430.42 | 5,020.33 | 4,304.20 | Traditional Jewellery |
| 20K | 83.3% | 409.91 | 4,781.11 | 4,099.10 | Jewellery |
| 18K | 75.0% | 368.93 | 4,303.13 | 3,689.30 | Designer / Affordable |
GoldRateUAE shows the gold rate in Al Ain today for every common karat, updated through the trading day. Check it before you walk into a jeweller in Hai Al Souq or one of the city’s malls.
Al Ain is the second largest city in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, known as the Garden City. Its gold trade serves a mostly resident market of Emirati, South Asian and Arab families, and the city sits right on the border with Al Buraimi in Oman.
Is the Gold Rate in Al Ain Different From Abu Dhabi?
No. Al Ain, Abu Dhabi city and every other emirate use the same per gram rate, set by the world gold price at the fixed peg of 3.6725 dirhams per US dollar. A 22K gram costs the same in Hai Al Souq and on Hamdan Street at the same hour.
The difference between the two cities is in making charges and shop overheads. Traditional jewellers in central Al Ain often quote lower labour costs than big mall stores, which is worth checking on heavier pieces.
Where Can You Buy Gold in Al Ain?
Al Ain’s jewellers fall into two groups: the older shops of Hai Al Souq in the city centre, and branded counters inside the malls. Many buyers compare both before they decide.
| Area | Where | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Hai Al Souq, city centre | Rows of independent jewellers, plus an Al Romaizan branch | 21K and 22K Gulf designs, bargaining on labour |
| Meena Bazaar area | Malabar Gold & Diamonds branch | Indian designs with fixed tags |
| Bawadi Mall | Al Romaizan and other brands | Mall shopping with long hours |
| Al Ain Mall and Al Jimi Mall | Several jewellery stores | Browsing many brands in one visit |
Traditional Gulf designs in 21K are more common in Al Ain than in Dubai’s malls, because the city’s buyers include many Emirati families. South Asian shoppers will still find plenty of 22K stock.
What Does Gold Jewellery Cost in Al Ain?
Multiply the weight by the live rate, add the making charge, and add 5% VAT. The table above gives you the per gram rate for each karat.
| Part of the bill | Example (illustrative) |
|---|---|
| 12 grams of 21K at AED 450 per gram | AED 5,400 |
| Making charge at AED 10 per gram | AED 120 |
| Subtotal | AED 5,520 |
| VAT at 5% | AED 276 |
| Total | AED 5,796 |
Compare the making charge per gram at two or three shops before you pay. Our guide to making charges in Abu Dhabi covers typical ranges in the wider emirate.
Al Ain or Al Buraimi: Is Gold Cheaper Across the Border?
Usually not by much. Oman charges 5% VAT on gold jewellery, the same rate as the UAE, and both markets follow the same world price.
The prices are in different currencies, so convert before you compare. The gold price in Oman page shows the same rate in rials, and any customs rules at the border still apply to what you carry.
Buying Gold for a Wedding in Al Ain
Wedding gold is the largest single purchase most Al Ain families make, and it is often bought as a full set of necklace, earrings, bangles and rings. Heavy traditional sets are usually 21K, while many South Asian families choose 22K.
On a set weighing 100 grams or more, the making charge can add thousands of dirhams, so it pays to collect written quotes from two or three shops. Ask each one to price the same weight and karat, and to show the labour cost per gram.
Some families reserve a set and pay a deposit while the pieces are finished. If you do, ask whether the final price follows the gold rate on the day you reserve or the day you collect, and get that answer on paper.
How Do You Check Gold Purity in Al Ain?
Every gold item sold in the UAE must carry a hallmark stamp for its karat, such as 875 for 21K or 916 for 22K. Look for it on each piece in a set, not only on the largest one.
Keep the itemised invoice with weight, karat, making charge and VAT. It is your proof of purity if you sell the gold later or carry it abroad.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 22K gold per gram in Al Ain today?
The live table on this page shows today’s 22K rate in AED per gram, per tola and per 10 grams. It is the same base rate used in Abu Dhabi city and across the UAE.
Where is the gold souk in Al Ain?
Al Ain’s traditional jewellers are in Hai Al Souq, the old commercial district in the city centre. Branded stores also trade in Bawadi Mall, Al Ain Mall and Al Jimi Mall.
Is 21K gold easy to find in Al Ain?
Yes. Many Al Ain jewellers stock 21K Gulf designs alongside 22K pieces, reflecting the city’s large Emirati customer base.
Do I pay VAT on gold in Al Ain?
Yes, gold jewellery carries 5% VAT on the gold value and the making charge. Investment bars and coins of at least 99% purity are zero rated.
Before You Buy Gold in Al Ain
Check the gold rate in Al Ain on this page, get the making charge per gram from each shop, and confirm the 5% VAT on the invoice. It works the same in Hai Al Souq as in Bawadi Mall.
This page gives market information only and is not financial advice. Prices are indicative; always confirm the final price with the retailer.
Sources: World Gold Council gold price data, Al Romaizan Hai Al Souq branch and Malabar Al Ain store page.