Today’s gold rate in the UAE, updated automatically every 15 minutes: live prices per gram for 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K gold in dirhams (AED) and US dollars, derived from the global spot market. Bookmark this page — rates refresh throughout the trading day.
Live gold rate in UAE today (AED per gram)
| Purity | AED / gram | USD / gram |
|---|---|---|
| 24K | AED 475.66 | $129.52 |
| 22K | AED 436.02 | $118.73 |
| 21K | AED 416.20 | $113.33 |
| 18K | AED 356.75 | $97.14 |
Spot reference: $4,028.52 per troy ounce · Last updated: 16 Jul 2026, 12:03 GST · USD/AED peg 3.6725
Why the gold rate matters in the UAE
Dubai is one of the world’s largest physical gold trading hubs — the Dubai Gold Souk, DMCC’s gold ecosystem and zero VAT on investment-grade bullion make the UAE a global price-discovery centre for retail gold. Because the dirham is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725, UAE gold prices track the international spot market directly: when gold moves in New York or London, Dubai’s per-gram rate follows within minutes.
Jewellery buyers should note that souk and retail prices add a making charge on top of the spot-based rates shown here, typically ranging from a few dirhams per gram for simple pieces to much more for intricate work. The table above is the benchmark to negotiate from.
Gold and the future of money
Gold is also going on-chain. Tokenized gold products such as PAX Gold (PAXG) and Tether Gold (XAUT) represent ownership of physical bullion and trade 24/7 on crypto markets — a convergence of the world’s oldest store of value with its newest rails. Read our guide to real-world asset tokenization for how this market is evolving, and our Future of Money toolbox for tracking tools.
Methodology
Rates are derived from the live PAX Gold (PAXG) market on Binance, which tracks the international spot price of one troy ounce of physical gold held in LBMA-accredited vaults. We convert to per-gram rates (1 troy oz = 31.1035 g), apply standard purity factors (22K = 91.7%, 21K = 87.5%, 18K = 75%) and the official USD/AED peg of 3.6725. Data refreshes every 15 minutes and may differ slightly from souk board rates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the gold rate in UAE today for 22K?
The live 22K rate per gram in AED is shown in the table above — it updates automatically every 15 minutes based on the international spot price.
Why do Dubai gold prices change during the day?
Because the dirham is pegged to the dollar, UAE gold rates move in real time with the global spot market, which trades nearly 24 hours across Asian, European and US sessions.
Is gold cheaper in Dubai than in other countries?
The spot rate is global, but Dubai is often cheaper at retail because investment-grade bullion carries no VAT and intense souk competition keeps making charges low.
Can I buy tokenized gold in the UAE?
Tokenized gold such as PAXG trades on major crypto exchanges. Availability depends on the platform’s UAE licensing — check our regulation coverage before choosing a venue.
Market data is for informational purposes only and is not investment advice. Retail prices vary by seller.