Malabar Gold Rate in Bahrain Today: 22K and 24K Price per Gram in BHD
By Zohaib Noman, Editor of GoldRateUAE. Prices refresh automatically through the trading day. Independent site, not affiliated with Malabar Gold & Diamonds.
Quick answer: At 12:30 UAE time on Thursday, 22 October 2026, the world market price of gold in Bahrain is BHD 45.330 per gram for 22K and BHD 49.450 per gram for 24K. Malabar’s Manama showrooms post a daily retail rate a few percent above this world figure. Bahrain then adds 10% VAT on both the gold value and the making charge.
Gold Price in Bahrain Today (BHD per gram)
| Karat | Purity | Per Gram (BHD) | Per Tola (BHD) | Per 10g (BHD) | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | 49.45 | 576.77 | 494.50 | Investment / Bars |
| 22K | 91.6% | 45.33 | 528.72 | 453.30 | Jewellery (most popular) |
| 21K | 87.5% | 43.27 | 504.69 | 432.70 | Traditional Jewellery |
| 20K | 83.3% | 41.20 | 480.55 | 412.00 | Jewellery |
| 18K | 75.0% | 37.09 | 432.61 | 370.90 | Designer / Affordable |
GoldRateUAE tracks the Malabar gold rate in Bahrain against the live world market price, so you can check a quote in Manama before you pay. The table above shows 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K gold in Bahraini dinars per gram, per tola and per 10 grams.
The Malabar group began in Kozhikode, Kerala in 1993 and trades in every GCC state. On the island, its busiest counters are in and around Manama’s Gold City and at City Centre Bahrain.
How Does Malabar Set Its Gold Price in Bahrain?
All Malabar stores in Bahrain work from one daily retail rate, published in store and online. It equals the world gold price plus the jeweller’s margin.
The Bahraini dinar is pegged to the US dollar at 0.376, so the Manama rate tracks the international gold price closely. Prices are quoted to three decimal places, because one dinar is split into 1,000 fils.
To see the day’s Bahrain number before leaving home, use the official Malabar gold rate page.
What Will You Pay for 22K Malabar Jewellery in Manama?
Your bill has three parts: the gold value, the making charge and VAT. Bahrain’s standard VAT rate has been 10% since 1 January 2022, and it applies to the gold value and the making charge together.
| Cost item | What it covers | What changes it |
|---|---|---|
| Gold value | Weight in grams × daily 22K rate | Karat and market price |
| Making charge | Workmanship on the piece | Design, collection, handmade or machine made |
| Stones | Diamonds or gems, priced separately | Stone type and certificate |
| VAT | 10% on gold plus making charge | Fixed by Bahraini law |
A worked example, using illustrative figures: a 10 gram 22K chain at BHD 50 per gram with a making charge of BHD 1.5 per gram comes to BHD 515 before tax. With 10% VAT added, the total is BHD 566.500.
That 10% rate is double the UAE and Oman rate of 5%, and Qatar and Kuwait charge none. For a large bridal set, the tax difference alone can decide where it makes sense to buy.
Where Are Malabar Gold Showrooms in Bahrain?
Malabar’s Bahrain branches centre on Manama, with others in malls and residential areas across the island. Opening hours differ by branch, so check the store page before you go.
| Area | Location | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Manama Gold City | Manama Centre branch, inside Gold City | Comparing with independent Gold City jewellers |
| Near Gold City, Manama | Manama II branch | A second choice of designs in the souk area |
| Jidhafs | City Centre Bahrain | Mall shopping with long evening hours |
| Other areas | Branches including Riffa and Juffair | Residents outside central Manama |
Gold City sits in the old Manama Souq near Bab Al Bahrain, and it is the main place to compare many jewellers in one walk.
Malabar vs Manama Gold City Compared
A Malabar branch gives you printed tags, a brand certificate and service at showrooms in other Gulf countries. The independent shops of Gold City suit buyers who like to negotiate, especially on plain chains and bangles.
The 10% VAT is the same wherever you buy in Bahrain, so any saving between shops comes from the making charge. Compare offers per gram on the same karat and weight.
What Support Do You Get After Buying in Bahrain?
Malabar’s published promises cover lifetime maintenance, buyback and full exchange value on jewellery it sold. Ask the Bahrain branch to confirm the local conditions, because terms can vary by country.
With 10% VAT in Bahrain, also ask how tax is handled when you trade an old Malabar piece for a new one. Get the answer on the invoice, not just verbally.
Is the Malabar Gold Rate in Bahrain Higher Than in Dubai?
For jewellery, Dubai usually comes out cheaper on the final bill because the UAE charges 5% VAT against Bahrain’s 10%. The daily board rates themselves stay close, since both follow the same world price.
Compare the two on the same day with our Malabar gold rate in Dubai page and the live gold price in Bahrain table. The King Fahd Causeway also makes Saudi Arabia a short drive away, but Saudi VAT is 15%, so it is rarely the cheaper option for jewellery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malabar’s gold rate in Bahrain today?
Each day Malabar posts one retail rate for its Bahrain stores, in the showroom and on its website. It normally runs a few percent above the world price shown in the live table.
How much is 22 carat gold per gram at Malabar in Bahrain?
Take the day’s Malabar 22K board rate per gram, add the making charge, then add 10% VAT on the total. The live table on this page gives the world market price per gram as your reference.
How much VAT is charged on gold in Bahrain?
Bahrain charges 10% VAT on gold jewellery, applied to both the gold value and the making charge. The rate has been in place since 1 January 2022.
Where is Malabar in Manama Gold City?
Malabar has a branch inside Gold City in the Manama Centre area, and a second one close by. Both are a short walk from Bab Al Bahrain.
Will Malabar buy back my gold in Bahrain?
Buyback and full exchange value on Malabar’s own jewellery are among its published promises. Get the current Bahrain conditions from the branch before you rely on them.
Your Checklist for Malabar in Bahrain
Compare the Malabar gold rate in Bahrain with the live world price on this page, note the making charge per gram, and add 10% VAT before you decide. An itemised invoice from Gold City, City Centre Bahrain or any other branch protects every later exchange.
This page gives market information only and is not financial advice. Prices are indicative; always confirm the final price with the retailer. GoldRateUAE is an independent site and is not affiliated with Malabar Gold & Diamonds.
Sources: Malabar City Centre Bahrain store page and Bahrain VAT rates guide.