Asan Tata— November 15, 2026Dubai gold prices fell sharply at the end of last week. The price of 24-carat gold dropped to Dh468 per gram on Sunday, 15 November 2026. That is Dh22.50 less than the end of the previous week. It is the biggest weekly fall in several months. Jewellery traders say buyers are already returning to the markets to take advantage of the lower prices. This guide gives today’s full rates for gold and silver, the week-on-week changes, and practical tips for buyers.
The drop covers every carat. The 22-carat rate fell to Dh433.50 per gram, the 21-carat rate to Dh415.50, and the 18-carat rate to Dh356.25. Silver is trading at around AED 5.75 per gram for fine silver. The rates below are the Dubai shop rates for 15 November 2026, before making charges and VAT.
Quick Answer
On Sunday, 15 November 2026, 24-carat gold in Dubai costs Dh468 per gram, down Dh22.50 from the end of the previous week. The 22-carat rate is Dh433.50, the 21-carat rate is Dh415.50, and the 18-carat rate is Dh356.25 per gram. Traders describe it as the biggest weekly decline in several months. Demand has picked up again, with bullion accounting for the largest share of purchases. Fine silver costs around AED 5.75 per gram. Check the board rate before you buy, ask about making charges, and remember that 5% VAT applies to jewellery.
Dubai Gold Prices Today: 15 November 2026
The table below shows the Dubai gold rates for 15 November 2026, per gram in UAE dirhams. They are the same across all emirates. The Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group publishes the board rates, and shops display them through the day.
| Carat | Purity | Price per Gram (AED) | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 999 fine | Dh468.00 | Bars, coins, and investment gold |
| 22K | 916 fine | Dh433.50 | Most jewellery in the UAE |
| 21K | 875 fine | Dh415.50 | Jewellery, popular with many buyers |
| 18K | 750 fine | Dh356.25 | Light and diamond-set jewellery |
| 14K | 585 fine | Dh277.75 | Lightweight and fashion pieces |
The 24-carat rate is the price of pure gold. The 22-carat rate is the one most jewellery buyers watch, because most gold jewellery sold in the UAE is 22-carat. The 18-carat rate applies to lighter and diamond-set pieces.
These rates are the metal value only. A jeweller’s bill will be higher, because shops add making charges and 5% VAT applies to jewellery purchases in the UAE. Making charges vary by design and by shop, so always ask for the charge per gram before the shop starts the bill.
How Much Gold Fell This Week
Gold fell across every carat against the end of the previous week, using the price indicators announced in Dubai and Sharjah.
| Carat | Rate on 15 November 2026 | Fall This Week | Rate at End of Last Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | Dh468.00 | Dh22.50 | Dh490.50 |
| 22K | Dh433.50 | Dh20.75 | Dh454.25 |
| 21K | Dh415.50 | Dh20.00 | Dh435.50 |
| 18K | Dh356.25 | Dh17.00 | Dh373.25 |
| 14K | Dh277.75 | Dh13.50 | Dh291.25 |
The 24-carat fall of Dh22.50 is the largest of the week in dirham terms, about 4.6% down from Dh490.50. The 22-carat rate is down by about 4.6% as well. These are large moves for a single week in the Dubai gold market.
Traders say the declines are the biggest weekly falls in several months. The international spot price of gold was around $3,880 per troy ounce. The dirham is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725, so the Dubai rate follows the world price closely.
Note that 15 November is a Sunday, when international gold markets are closed. These are the Dubai shop rates for the day, based on the last market close. Fresh movement will come when markets reopen on Monday, so check the board rate again on the day you buy.
Silver Prices in Dubai Today
Silver has also moved lower with gold. Fine silver (999 purity) costs around AED 5.75 per gram in the UAE on 15 November 2026. Sterling silver (925 purity) costs around AED 5.31 per gram.
| Silver Type | Purity | Price per Gram (AED) | Price per Tola (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine silver | 999 | AED 5.75 | AED 67.07 |
| Sterling silver | 925 | AED 5.31 | AED 61.93 |
One tola equals 11.66 grams. One troy ounce of fine silver costs around AED 179, and a kilogram costs around AED 5,764. These are reference rates worked out from the international spot price, with silver trading at around $48.65 per troy ounce.
Why Gold Prices Fell This Week
The weekly fall reflects the world gold price. Gold had risen strongly through much of the year, and the recent drop is a pullback from those highs. When the world price falls, Dubai’s rates fall in step.
Demand also plays a part. Gold demand in Dubai peaked during Diwali at the start of last week, and markets usually go quiet after the festival. This time, the sharp fall in prices has brought buyers back sooner than usual.
Traders in the Gold Souk agree. Ashwin Dilip said the price drop has brought buyers back to buy jewellery, bullion, and coins. Manji Baliker said bullion has seen the largest share of purchases, as some buyers take the lower price as a chance to save in gold. Ali Ammar called it the biggest weekly decline in several months, now reflected in stronger demand.
Buyers Are Returning to the Gold Souk
The Deira Gold Souk has more than 300 traders selling 24K, 22K, 21K, and 18K gold. Traders report that footfall has picked up since prices fell, with buyers looking at jewellery for weddings and gifts, and at coins and bars for savings.
Bullion is leading the recovery. Traders say coins and bars account for the largest share of purchases, because their charges are lower than on jewellery. A buyer who wants to hold gold for years pays less on a bar than on a necklace of the same weight.
Jewellery demand has also improved. The drop of more than Dh20 per gram is a real saving on a heavy piece: on a 20-gram 22-carat bangle, the metal alone now costs around Dh415 less than at the end of last week.
Gold Prices Per Tola and Per 10 Grams
Many buyers in the UAE think in tolas and 10-gram units. The table below converts today’s per-gram rates into those units. One tola is 11.66 grams.
| Carat | Per Gram (AED) | Per 10 Grams (AED) | Per Tola (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 468.00 | 4,680.00 | 5,458.66 |
| 22K | 433.50 | 4,335.00 | 5,056.26 |
| 21K | 415.50 | 4,155.00 | 4,846.31 |
| 18K | 356.25 | 3,562.50 | 4,155.23 |
These figures are the metal value only. For a 22-carat piece weighing one tola, the metal value today is about Dh5,056, before making charges and VAT. Ask the shop to show the weight, the per-gram rate, the making charge, and the VAT as separate lines on the bill.
Buying Tips: How to Get a Fair Price in Dubai
Dubai is known as the City of Gold, and the market is well regulated. Still, a careful buyer gets a better deal.
Check the board rate first
Before you enter a shop, check the day’s Dubai gold rate. The board rate is published by the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group and shown on shop display boards. The shop should charge the board rate for the metal. If the quoted rate is higher, ask why.
Ask about making charges
Making charges are the labour cost of turning gold into jewellery, often charged per gram. Simple bangles and chains usually carry lower charges than heavy or detailed pieces. Ask for the charge per gram in writing on the bill. Some shops will reduce it if you ask, especially on plain designs.
Remember the 5% VAT
Jewellery purchases in the UAE carry 5% VAT on the total, including making charges. Tourists may be able to claim a refund under the tourist refund scheme. Residents cannot claim it back. Factor the VAT into your budget before you buy.
Check the hallmark and the weight
Gold jewellery in Dubai should be hallmarked with its carat. Check the stamp on the piece and match it with the bill. The bill should state the weight, the carat, the per-gram rate, the making charge, and the VAT separately.
Compare shops in the Gold Souk
Prices for the metal are the same across shops on a given day, because they follow the board rate. Making charges are where shops differ, so compare charges on similar designs in a few shops. Take your time and do not feel rushed into a purchase.
Ask about buy-back terms
If you may sell the gold later, ask about the shop’s buy-back policy before you buy. Shops usually buy back below the selling rate, and they may not refund making charges. Keep the original bill and certificate, which make resale easier.
Gold Jewellery or Bullion: Which Suits You
The choice depends on why you are buying. Jewellery is for wearing and for gifts. It carries making charges, and those charges are usually lost on resale.
Bullion suits buyers who want gold as savings. Bars and coins carry low premiums over the metal price, and they are easy to store and sell. Many banks and bullion dealers in the UAE sell small bars and coins in 24-carat gold.
Coins are a middle option. They are easy to gift and easy to sell, and their premium is usually lower than the making charge on jewellery. Whatever you buy, keep the receipt and any certificate. Store bars and coins safely, and buy only from licensed shops in the Gold Souk, malls, and known bullion dealers.
What to Watch Next Week
The key question is whether the weekly fall continues or the price steadies. No one can answer that with certainty. A buyer should watch the board rate each morning rather than trying to guess the bottom.
The figures in this article are the rates for 15 November 2026. Check the latest board rate before you visit a shop, because the rate can move between the morning and the afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of 24K gold in Dubai today?
On 15 November 2026, 24-carat gold in Dubai costs Dh468 per gram. That is down Dh22.50 from the end of the previous week, when it was Dh490.50 per gram.
What is the price of 22K gold in Dubai today?
The 22-carat gold rate is Dh433.50 per gram on 15 November 2026. It fell by Dh20.75 over the week, from Dh454.25 per gram.
How much is one tola of 24K gold in Dubai today?
One tola of 24-carat gold costs about Dh5,458.66 in metal value on 15 November 2026. One tola equals 11.66 grams. Making charges and 5% VAT are added to the final bill.
Why did gold prices fall in Dubai this week?
The fall follows the world gold price, which dropped from recent highs. The Dubai rate is set from the international benchmark, and the dirham is pegged to the US dollar. Traders call it the biggest weekly decline in several months.
Is it a good time to buy gold in Dubai?
Prices are lower than last week by more than Dh20 per gram on 24-carat gold, and traders report that buyers are returning. Whether it suits you depends on your budget and your reason for buying. No one can predict the next move in price, so buy within your budget and keep the bill and certificate.
What is the silver price in Dubai today?
Fine silver (999 purity) costs around AED 5.75 per gram in the UAE on 15 November 2026. Sterling silver (925 purity) costs around AED 5.31 per gram. One tola of fine silver costs about AED 67.07.
Disclaimer: Gold and silver prices change through the day and can move sharply. The rates in this article are the published Dubai shop rates for 15 November 2026 and the international reference rates for silver on the same day. They are for information only and are not investment advice. Making charges and VAT are extra. Always confirm the live rate with the shop before you buy.
Last Updated: 15 November 2026
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