As of September 7, 2026, the live gold price (24K) in Saudi Arabia is
531.34 SAR per gram.
Gold has fallen by 0.55% compared to yesterday.
The 22K rate stands at 486.71 SAR/g
and silver at 7.9931 SAR/g.
All prices are sourced from the international USD spot rate and converted at the fixed SAR/USD peg of 3.75.
โ Last updated: Sep 7, 2026, 7:46 PM UTC
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Why is gold price down today in Saudi Arabia?
Improving risk appetite in global equity markets has reduced safe-haven demand for gold today. Positive economic data or easing geopolitical tension typically drives this rotation out of gold and into stocks. Silver prices are little changed today, trading independently of gold โ suggesting today's move is gold-specific rather than a broad precious metals shift. As markets re-open for the week, Monday's price action in Saudi Arabia is often shaped by weekend geopolitical and economic news flow. Local dealers are repricing inventory in response to the new international spot level. Use our Gold Calculator to calculate the exact cost of any weight and karat at today's live SAR rate.
Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia Today โ SAR
Live ยท Sep 7, 2026, 7:46 PM UTC
Purity
Per Gram
Per Tola
Per Ounce
Change
24K (999) โ Pure gold
531.34 SAR
6,197.44 SAR
16,526.53 SAR
โผ -0.55%
22K (916) โ Jewelry
486.71 SAR
5,676.89 SAR
15,138.38 SAR
โผ -0.55%
21K (875) โ Jewelry
464.92 SAR
5,422.73 SAR
14,460.64 SAR
โผ -0.48125%
18K (750) โ Jewelry
398.51 SAR
4,648.14 SAR
12,395.06 SAR
โผ -0.4125%
Prices in SAR. Source: LBMA/COMEX international spot rate ร fixed peg 3.75 . 1 tola = 11.6638g ยท 1 oz = 31.1035g.
Saudi Arabia Gold Price โ Last 7 Days
24K gold rate in SAR per gram
Gold Price in Saudi Arabia Per Gram Today
24K
purity 999
531.34
SAR/gram
24K Gold Price in Saudi Arabia
Pure investment gold. Preferred by bullion investors and those buying gold for long-term savings. 24K bars and coins are widely available in Saudi markets.
22K
purity 916
486.71
SAR/gram
22K Gold Price in Saudi Arabia
The 916 hallmark โ 91.6% gold content. Most popular choice among Indian and Pakistani expats in Saudi Arabia. Ideal balance of purity and jewelry durability.
21K
purity 875
464.92
SAR/gram
21K Gold Price in Saudi Arabia
Traditional Gulf standard for wedding jewelry and family gifting. Widely preferred across Saudi households and South Asian communities alike.
18K
purity 750
398.51
SAR/gram
18K Gold Price in Saudi Arabia
Popular for modern designer jewelry. Growing demand from the luxury retail segment aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
Gold Price in Saudi Arabia Per Tola
One tola = 11.6638 grams. Widely used by Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi expats when buying gold jewelry.
Purity
Per Tola (SAR)
Per Gram (SAR)
24K (999)
6,197.44
531.34
22K (916)
5,676.89
486.71
21K (875)
5,422.73
464.92
18K (750)
4,648.14
398.51
Gold Price by City in Saudi Arabia
The base spot rate is identical across Saudi Arabia. Retail premiums (making charges) vary by city and by shop.
Yes โ gold is generally cheaper in Saudi Arabia compared to India. The primary reasons are: No import duty โ India levies a 6% customs duty on gold; Saudi Arabia has zero. No GST โ India charges 3% GST on gold purchases; there is no equivalent consumption tax on gold jewelry in Saudi Arabia. Fixed SAR/USD peg โ the SAR is pegged at 3.75 to the dollar, eliminating currency volatility premiums. For Indian expats working in Saudi Arabia, this difference of roughly โน3,000โโน5,000 per gram makes buying gold here and carrying it home a worthwhile consideration within customs allowance limits.
How much gold can you carry from Saudi Arabia to India?
If you are an Indian passport holder returning from Saudi Arabia, the following customs allowances apply under Indian customs rules:
Passenger
Allowance
Max value
Condition
Male passenger
20 grams jewelry
โน50,000
6+ months abroad
Female passenger
40 grams jewelry
โน1,00,000
6+ months abroad
Gold bars / coins
Not duty-free โ customs duty applies regardless
Note: Customs rules are subject to change. Always verify with Indian Customs (CBIC) before travel.
Zakat on Gold Calculator โ Saudi Arabia
Zakat is obligatory on gold held for one full lunar year (Hawl) that exceeds the Nisab threshold.
The Nisab for gold is 85 grams of 24K gold.
Today's Nisab = 85 ร 531.34 = 45,163.90 SAR.
If your total gold value exceeds this, Zakat is due at 2.5%.
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Zakat Calculator
Nisab threshold45,163.90 SAR
Your gold valueโ
Zakat due (2.5%)
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Always consult a qualified scholar for personal Zakat rulings.
Gold Spot / Ounceโผ -0.55%
16,526.44 SAR
Intl spot $4,407.05 USD/oz
Gold 24K / Gramโผ -0.55%
531.34 SAR
= $141.69 USD
Gold 22K / Gramโผ -0.55%
486.71 SAR
Jewelry standard (916)
Silver / Gramโฒ +0%
7.9931 SAR
Standard 999 purity
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KSA Gold Calculator
Total ValueLive Rate
531.34 SAR
Why trust our gold rates?
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Converted to SAR at the fixed SAR/USD rate of 3.75.
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Base market rate
No markup โ converted from USD spot at the fixed SAR/USD peg of 3.75.
Frequently asked questions
Today's gold price in Saudi Arabia is updated live on this page. 24K pure gold and 22K (916 hallmark) rates are shown per gram in Saudi Riyal (SAR), converted from the international USD spot rate at the fixed peg of 3.75.
Saudi Arabia has no import duty or consumption tax on gold. India charges 6% import duty + 3% GST, and many Western countries add VAT. Combined with the stable SAR-USD peg of 3.75, this makes KSA one of the most competitively priced gold markets globally.
916 gold refers to 22 Karat gold with a purity of 91.6%. It is the most commonly purchased purity among Indian and Pakistani expats in Saudi Arabia. The 916 hallmark is stamped on all certified 22K jewelry by licensed dealers.
The Jeddah gold souk in Al-Balad district is one of the largest traditional gold markets in Saudi Arabia. Prices follow the national spot rate with a retail making charge of 1.5โ2.5% depending on the jeweler and jewelry design.
Gold price in Saudi Arabia = International spot price (USD/gram) ร 3.75 (SAR/USD peg) + retail markup (approximately 2%). No import duty or VAT is applied to gold in Saudi Arabia.
Investment-grade gold (minimum 99% purity) is VAT-exempt in Saudi Arabia. Gold jewelry is subject to 15% VAT on the making charges component only, not on the gold value itself.
Yes. Gold bars and coins are widely available from licensed dealers and banks in Saudi Arabia. Prices are quoted per gram for 24K investment-grade gold.
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