Gram to Tola UAE

Accurate conversion for UAE gold souks and jewelry markets

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Formula

g = tola × 11.6638038
tola = g ÷ 11.6638038

Gold Measurement in UAE

The UAE, particularly Dubai, is one of the world's largest gold trading hubs. While grams and troy ounces are the official units, tola (11.6638g) is widely understood and used by South Asian expatriates shopping at the famous Dubai Gold Souk. Many shops display prices in both grams and tola.

📐 UAE Weight Unit Conversions

1 Troy Ounce =
31.1035 grams
2.667 tola

1 Tola =
11.6638 grams
0.375 troy oz

UAE Gold Shopping Destinations

• Dubai Gold Souk, Deira - World-famous gold market with 300+ shops
• Gold and Diamond Park - Modern shopping complex with manufacturing
• Abu Dhabi Gold Souk - Traditional marketplace in the capital
• Sharjah Gold Souk - Budget-friendly alternative

Why Buy Gold in UAE?

• No VAT on Investment Gold - Gold with 99.5%+ purity is VAT-exempt
• DMCC Standards - Dubai Multi Commodities Centre ensures quality
• Competitive making charges and wide variety of designs

UAE Gold Purity Options

• 24K (999) - Pure gold for investment, VAT-exempt
• 22K (916) - Popular for South Asian-style jewelry
• 21K (875) - Common for Arabic-style jewelry
• 18K (750) - Durable option for everyday wear

How the grams to tola conversion works

Historically used across South Asia, the tola is a unit of mass standardized at 11.6638038 grams (≈180 troy grains). This tool multiplies or divides by that constant and only rounds for display based on your Decimals setting.

How to use this calculator

Type a value in Grams or Tola — the other field updates instantly.
Adjust Decimals to control output precision.
Use Quick picks for common jewelry weights.

What Units are Used for Gold in UAE?

The UAE officially uses grams and troy ounces for gold measurement. However, many gold shops in Dubai and other Emirates also understand tola (11.6638 grams) to serve the large South Asian expatriate community. Prices are typically displayed in AED per gram.

Why Buy Gold in UAE?

• No VAT on Investment Gold - Gold bars/coins 99.5%+ purity are VAT-exempt
• Low Making Charges - Competitive labor costs compared to Western countries
• DMCC Certification - Dubai Multi Commodities Centre ensures quality
• Variety of Designs - Arabic, Indian, Pakistani, Turkish, and international styles

When and Where to Buy Gold in UAE

When to Buy Gold in UAE

• Dubai Shopping Festival (Jan-Feb) - Special offers and gold raffles
• Dubai Summer Surprises (Jun-Aug) - Discounts on making charges
• Before Eid & Diwali - Shops stock extra inventory
• Global Price Dips - Monitor LBMA gold fix

Where to Buy Gold Across UAE

Emirate	Location	Features
Dubai	Gold Souk, Deira	300+ shops, best variety
Dubai	Gold & Diamond Park	Manufacturing hub, custom designs
Abu Dhabi	Madinat Zayed Gold Souk	Capital city marketplace
Sharjah	Blue Souk, Central Sharjah	Budget-friendly options
Ajman	Gold Land Building	Wholesale options

Who Uses Tola in UAE and How to Convert

Who Still Uses Tola in UAE?

• Indian Expats - Largest expat community, familiar with tola
• Pakistani Expats - Prefer tola for jewelry purchases
• Bangladeshi & Nepali Workers - Send gold home in tola measurements
• Shop Owners - Many display prices in grams AND tola

How to Convert Between Units

// Gram to Tola

Tola = Grams ÷ 11.6638

// Gram to Troy Ounce

Troy Oz = Grams ÷ 31.1035

// Tola to Troy Ounce

Troy Oz = Tola × 0.375

// Example: 50 grams

50g = 4.29 tola = 1.61 troy oz

Complete Conversion Reference

Grams	Tola	Troy Oz	Common Use
10g	0.86	0.32	Small coins
31.1g	2.67	1.00	1 troy oz bar
50g	4.29	1.61	Medium bars
100g	8.57	3.22	Investment bars
116.64g	10.00	3.75	10 tola bar

Common Questions About Gold in UAE

Is Gold Cheaper in UAE Than My Home Country?

Often yes, due to no import duty on gold, no VAT on investment gold, and competitive making charges. However, compare the total cost including making charges — not just the gold price per gram. The actual gold price is similar worldwide, but UAE's low taxes give it an edge.

Which Purity is Best for UAE Gold?

For investment, 24K (999.9) is best as it's VAT-exempt and has highest resale value. For Arabic/Khaleeji jewelry, 21K is popular. For Indian-style jewelry, 22K is standard. For everyday wear, 18K offers durability. All should be Dubai Municipality certified.

What is the Gold Rate Per Tola in UAE Today?

UAE gold rates change multiple times daily based on international markets. To find the rate per tola, multiply today's per-gram rate by 11.6638. Most shops display prices in AED per gram for 22K, 24K, and 18K gold.

How Much Gold Can I Take From UAE to My Country?

This depends on your destination country's customs rules. India allows duty-free import of 50g (men) or 100g (women) after 6+ months abroad. Pakistan has limits around 10 tola per person. Always check your country's current regulations before traveling with gold.