Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, has one of the Gulf’s oldest gold markets — and if you are checking the gold price in Abu Dhabi today, there is one important fact first: the gold price in Abu Dhabi is exactly the same as in Dubai and every other emirate. There is a single UAE gold price, driven by the international market. What changes from shop to shop is only the making charge, never the price of the gold itself. The live table below is that UAE-wide price, updated with the market.
Gold price today in United Arab Emirates — 22 carat (the most traded)
452.30 AED / per gram
Gold ounce: 15,347.01 AED • 24 carat per gram: 493.42 AED • 18 carat per gram: 370.06 AED ▲ +0.31% today
Last updated: Monday, October 19, 2026 - 12:30 pm (Dubai time)
Today's gold rate in United Arab Emirates per gram
| Carat | Price per gram (AED) | Price per gram (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Carat | 493.42 | 134.35 |
| 22 Carat | 452.30 | 123.16 |
| 21 Carat | 431.74 | 117.56 |
| 18 Carat | 370.06 | 100.77 |
| 14 Carat | 287.83 | 78.37 |
| Gold Ounce | 15,347.01 | 4,178.90 |
Gold price per tola (1 tola = 11.6638 grams)
| Carat | Price per tola (AED) |
|---|---|
| 24 Carat | 5,755.13 |
| 22 Carat | 5,275.53 |
| 21 Carat | 5,035.74 |
Gold bullion bar prices today (24 carat)
| Bar weight | Price (AED) |
|---|---|
| 1 grams | 493.42 |
| 5 grams | 2,467.09 |
| 10 grams | 4,934.18 |
| 20 grams | 9,868.36 |
| 50 grams | 24,670.89 |
| 100 grams | 49,341.78 |
| 250 grams | 123,354.46 |
| 500 grams | 246,708.91 |
| 1 Kilogram | 493,417.83 |
Silver price today in United Arab Emirates
| Unit | Price (AED) |
|---|---|
| Silver gram | 6.81 |
| Silver ounce | 211.70 |
| Silver kilogram | 6,806.24 |
Prices are indicative, based on the international spot gold price and updated automatically. Shop prices may differ slightly due to making charges and tax.
Why Abu Dhabi shoppers follow the same price as Dubai
Gold in the Emirates is priced from the international spot price, converted into dirhams at the fixed dollar rate (1 USD = 3.6725 AED). Jewellery groups in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi publish recommended retail rates built on the same basis, which is why a gram of 22K costs the same in Madinat Zayed as it does in Deira. When you compare shops in Abu Dhabi, compare the making charge per gram and the total invoice — that is where your saving is.
Where to buy gold in Abu Dhabi
The heart of the trade is the Madinat Zayed Gold Centre on Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street, home to dozens of jewellers side by side — ideal for comparing making charges in one visit. Gold shops also line Hamdan Street beyond the centre, and the big malls (including Marina Mall and Abu Dhabi Mall) host the well-known UAE chains. Wherever you buy, ask for an itemised invoice showing the gold weight, karat, making charge and VAT separately.
Which karat should you buy?
For jewellery, 22K is the most traded karat in Abu Dhabi, with 21K and 18K also widely sold. For investment, 24K bars and coins carry the lowest premiums. See the dedicated pages: the 22K gold price in the UAE, today’s full UAE gold price, and the Dubai gold price.
Frequently asked questions
Is the gold price in Abu Dhabi different from Dubai?
No. There is one gold price for the whole UAE, based on the international market. A gram of gold costs the same in Abu Dhabi and Dubai; only the making charge differs between shops.
What is the gold price in Abu Dhabi today?
The live price per gram for every karat is in the table at the top of this page, updated with the international market. 22K is the most commonly bought karat for jewellery in Abu Dhabi.
Where is the best place to buy gold in Abu Dhabi?
The Madinat Zayed Gold Centre concentrates dozens of jewellers in one place, which makes comparing making charges easy. Mall branches of the big chains are the alternative if you prefer fixed, displayed prices.
Is gold cheaper in Abu Dhabi than in Dubai?
The gold itself is the same price in both cities. Your total can still differ because each shop sets its own making charge — comparing two or three shops on the same piece is the reliable way to save.
How much VAT is added when buying gold jewellery in Abu Dhabi?
UAE VAT is 5%, applied at the till on retail jewellery purchases. Investment-grade gold bars that meet the UAE’s conditions are zero-rated. Your invoice should show the VAT clearly.