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Live Market Rates · Saudi Arabia

Gold Rates in
Saudi Arabia Today

Market gold prices per gram in Saudi Riyal (SAR). Updated hourly. Excludes jeweller margins, making charges, and VAT.

24 Karat · Pure Gold
SAR 603.24
per gram
22 Karat
SAR 552.97
per gram
21 Karat
SAR 527.83
per gram
18 Karat
SAR 452.43
per gram
Today's Gold Price · KSA
Updated: 18 Mar 2026, 12:13 AM
22 Karat · 916
SAR 552.97
per gram
21 Karat · 875
SAR 527.83
per gram
18 Karat · 750
SAR 452.43
per gram
1 Pavan · 22K
SAR 4,423.73
8 grams
1 Tola · 24K
SAR 7,036.15
11.664 grams
1 Ounce · 24K
SAR 18,763
31.1035 grams
Gold Price by Weight
SAR · All Karats
🥇 All Karats · All Weights · Saudi Arabia SAR · Market Rate
Weight24K22K21K18K
1 Gram 603.24 552.97 527.83 452.43
2 Grams 1,206.47 1,105.93 1,055.66 904.85
5 Grams 3,016.18 2,764.83 2,639.16 2,262.14
8 Grams (1 Pavan) 4,825.89 4,423.73 4,222.65 3,619.42
10 Grams 6,032.36 5,529.67 5,278.32 4,524.27
1 Tola (11.66g) 7,036.15 6,449.80 6,156.63 5,277.11
20 Grams 12,064.72 11,059.33 10,556.63 9,048.54
50 Grams 30,161.81 27,648.33 26,391.59 22,621.36
100 Grams 60,323.62 55,296.66 52,783.17 45,242.72
1 Ounce (31.1g) 18,762.76 17,199.20 16,417.41 14,072.07
Previous Days Rates
24K · SAR per gram
📅 Historical Rates · Saudi Arabia SAR/gram
Date24K22K21K18K
17 Mar 2026 603.05 552.80 527.67 452.29
16 Mar 2026 604.12 553.78 528.60 453.09
15 Mar 2026 605.18 554.75 529.53 453.88
14 Mar 2026 605.13 554.70 529.49 453.85
13 Mar 2026 613.62 562.48 536.92 460.21
12 Mar 2026 622.03 570.20 544.28 466.52
11 Mar 2026 626.12 573.94 547.86 469.59
10 Mar 2026 619.19 567.59 541.79 464.39
09 Mar 2026 617.75 566.27 540.53 463.31
07 Mar 2026 624.09 572.09 546.08 468.07
06 Mar 2026 613.25 562.15 536.59 459.94
05 Mar 2026 623.33 571.38 545.41 467.69
04 Mar 2026 618.19 566.67 540.91 463.64
03 Mar 2026 644.72 590.59 564.13 483.54
02 Mar 2026 648.73 594.67 567.64 486.55
01 Mar 2026 636.58 583.53 557.00 477.43
28 Feb 2026 624.98 572.90 556.98 477.41
27 Feb 2026 622.47 570.60 546.86 468.73
26 Feb 2026 621.01 569.26 544.67 466.86

Understanding Gold in Saudi Arabia

🏅
24K — Pure Gold
99.9% purity. Used for investment bars and coins. VAT-exempt when sold as bullion.
💍
22K — Traditional Jewelry
91.7% purity. Most common in Saudi and South Asian traditional jewelry. 15% VAT applies.
💎
21K — Saudi Favourite
87.5% purity. Widely used for rings and bracelets across Saudi Arabia. 15% VAT applies.
18K — Modern Designs
75% purity. Preferred for designer and modern jewelry due to durability. 15% VAT applies.

VAT on Gold in Saudi Arabia

  • 24K investment gold is VAT-exempt when sold as bullion or investment-grade gold.
  • 22K, 21K, and 18K gold jewelry is subject to 15% VAT at the point of purchase.
  • VAT is not included in market gold prices shown on this page.

Important Buying Tips

  • Always confirm making charges before purchase
  • Ask about VAT applicability for your specific purchase
  • Check the retailer's buyback or exchange policy
  • Request weight and purity certification
  • Compare prices from multiple retailers for fair pricing
  • Keep your detailed receipt for future resale or exchange

Best Places to Buy Gold in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh

The Al-Thumairi Gold Market in old Riyadh (Ad Deerah) has hundreds of shops with competitive prices and room for negotiation on large purchases. Major malls like Al Nakheel Mall, Riyadh Park, and Al Faisaliah Center also have reputable retailers.

Jeddah & Mecca

Jeddah's Al-Balad area has a long tradition of gold trading with styles popular among South Asian and Arab buyers. Near Mecca, the Al-Qaisariyah Market is frequently visited by pilgrims and residents alike.

Dammam & Eastern Province

The Al-Rashid Mall area and Al-Khobar Corniche have several reputable gold retailers catering to local and expat buyers from the oil and energy sector.

Factors Affecting Gold Prices in KSA

Global Gold Market Prices: Gold prices in Saudi Arabia closely follow international market prices. Since gold is traded globally in US dollars, local prices mainly reflect movements in the global gold market.

US Dollar Strength: Gold is priced worldwide in US dollars. When the US dollar weakens, gold often becomes cheaper for international buyers, increasing demand and pushing prices higher.

Inflation and Economic Uncertainty: Gold is widely considered a safe-haven asset. During periods of high inflation, economic instability, or geopolitical tensions, investors tend to buy gold, increasing its price.

Central Bank Policies: Interest rates and monetary policies from major central banks, especially the US Federal Reserve, strongly influence gold prices. Lower interest rates often make gold more attractive compared to interest-bearing assets.

Currency Stability in Saudi Arabia: The Saudi Riyal is pegged to the US dollar. Because of this stable exchange rate, gold price changes in Saudi Arabia are mainly driven by international gold prices rather than currency fluctuations.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is there VAT on 24K gold in Saudi Arabia? +
Investment-grade gold (24K bars or coins with purity of 99% or higher) is generally VAT-exempt in Saudi Arabia. However, 24K jewellery may still be subject to 15% VAT and making charges.
Do 22K and 18K gold prices include VAT? +
No. The market prices shown on this page do not include VAT. Jewellery made from 22K, 21K, or 18K gold usually has 15% VAT added at the time of purchase, along with making charges.
Why do gold prices differ between shops? +
Retail gold prices vary because of making charges, brand or retailer margins, jewellery design complexity, VAT, and location of the shop.
Are these market gold prices? +
Yes. These prices reflect prevailing market gold rates in Saudi Arabia. Final retail prices may vary by jeweller.
How often are gold prices updated? +
Gold prices are updated automatically every hour from live international market data.
Disclaimer: The gold prices shown on this page represent market gold rates for informational purposes only. Retail jewellery prices may vary due to making charges, VAT, and jeweller margins. KSA Expats does not sell gold and is not responsible for price differences at retail outlets.
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