Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia Today
Saudi Arabia 22K is about Rs 1,460/g (11%) cheaper than India today and GST-free — but customs duty above your duty-free allowance eats into the saving. Check the customs calculator →
Saudi Arabia gold cost calculator
Gold in Saudi Arabia rose on 29 Jul 2026, at SAR 503.00 a gram for 24K (up SAR 1.30), with 22K at SAR 461.00 and 21K — the everyday Gulf jewellery standard — at SAR 440.25. Because the riyal is pegged to the US dollar just like the UAE dirham, Saudi Arabia's rate tracks the Dubai bullion price almost exactly; at today's rates that 24K works out to about Rs 12,842/g. These are metal rates — investment 999 bars are zero-rated; jewellery adds making charges and 15% VAT.
Gold rate across Saudi Arabia
| City | 24K SAR/g | 22K SAR/g | 21K SAR/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riyadh | SAR 503.00 | SAR 461.00 | SAR 440.25 |
| Jeddah | SAR 503.00 | SAR 461.00 | SAR 440.25 |
| Dammam | SAR 503.00 | SAR 461.00 | SAR 440.25 |
| Makkah | SAR 503.00 | SAR 461.00 | SAR 440.25 |
| Madinah | SAR 503.00 | SAR 461.00 | SAR 440.25 |
Gold is one nationwide rate in Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Makkah, Madinah all share the same per-gram price. Only making charges differ by shop, typically near the gold souks of Jeddah and Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia gold rate by weight (SAR)
| Weight | 24K | 22K | 21K |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | SAR 503.00 | SAR 461.00 | SAR 440.25 |
| 1 pavan (8 g) | SAR 4,024.00 | SAR 3,688.00 | SAR 3,522.00 |
| 10 grams | SAR 5,030.00 | SAR 4,610.00 | SAR 4,402.50 |
| 1 tola (11.66 g) | SAR 5,866.89 | SAR 5,377.01 | SAR 5,134.99 |
| 1 ounce (31.1 g) | SAR 15,645.06 | SAR 14,338.71 | SAR 13,693.32 |
| 100 grams | SAR 50,300.00 | SAR 46,100.00 | SAR 44,025.00 |
| 1 kg | SAR 5,03,000.00 | SAR 4,61,000.00 | SAR 4,40,250.00 |
The same national metal rate × weight — per pavan, tola and ounce as the souk quotes them. Dealer making charge and 15% VAT on jewellery is extra.
Saudi Arabia gold trend (24K · SAR/g)
Saudi Arabia gold high & low · last 16 days (SAR/g)
| Purity | High | Low |
|---|---|---|
| 24K | SAR 513.34 | SAR 498.09 |
| 22K | SAR 470.50 | SAR 456.50 |
| 21K | SAR 449.25 | SAR 435.75 |
Per-gram range over the last 16 days. Today's 24K is SAR 503.00/g — mid-range.
Saudi Arabia gold · last 10 days (SAR/g)
| Date | 24K | 22K | 21K |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jul | SAR 503.00 | SAR 461.00 | SAR 440.25 |
| 28 Jul | SAR 501.70 | SAR 460.00 | SAR 439.00 |
| 27 Jul | SAR 509.73 | SAR 467.25 | SAR 446.00 |
| 26 Jul | SAR 506.88 | SAR 464.75 | SAR 443.50 |
| 25 Jul | SAR 506.88 | SAR 464.75 | SAR 443.50 |
| 24 Jul | SAR 504.30 | SAR 462.25 | SAR 441.25 |
| 23 Jul | SAR 513.34 | SAR 470.50 | SAR 449.25 |
| 22 Jul | SAR 512.83 | SAR 470.00 | SAR 448.75 |
| 21 Jul | SAR 503.26 | SAR 461.25 | SAR 440.25 |
| 20 Jul | SAR 500.93 | SAR 459.25 | SAR 438.25 |
A returning male passenger can bring up to 20 g of gold jewellery duty-free and a female passenger up to 40 g; anything above is taxed, and your allowance depends on how long you've stayed abroad. Bars and coins are not covered by the jewellery allowance. Always declare gold on arrival.
About gold prices in Saudi Arabia
Why Saudi Arabia and Dubai cost almost the same
The riyal and the UAE dirham are both pegged to the US dollar, and gold trades in dollars globally. So once you convert currencies, Saudi Arabia and Dubai land on virtually the same per-gram price — the metal is identical, and only local making charges, VAT and shop margins create a small gap. That's why our Saudi Arabia rate is derived from the live Dubai bullion price.
One rate across the country
Saudi Arabia gold is a single national rate, so Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Makkah, Madinah all show the same per-gram price on a given day. A search for "Riyadh gold rate" returns the same number — only the making charge and shop offers vary.
24K, 22K, 21K and 18K in Saudi Arabia
21K (87.5% pure) is the everyday Gulf jewellery standard, brighter and a little harder than 22K. 24K is for bars and investment, 22K is favoured by Indian and South Asian buyers, and 18K suits diamond and modern pieces. VAT of 15% applies to jewellery and making charges, but investment-grade 999 bars are zero-rated.
Bringing it home to India
The headline saving shrinks once Indian customs duty is added above your duty-free allowance, so Gulf gold makes most sense within your limit or for jewellery you'll keep abroad. Use the customs calculator before you buy, and keep your invoice for declaration.
Rates are reference Saudi Arabia metal prices, based on the daily Dubai gold rate via the fixed SAR/USD peg; INR conversions use Rs 25.53/SAR. Confirm with the jeweller — final price includes making charges and 15% VAT on jewellery.
Saudi Arabia gold FAQs
Buying for family back home?
Sending gold or money home from Saudi Arabia? Check today's rate in their city, then weigh it against the carry-home duty.