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Gold Making Charges Dubai UAE 2026

Real making charge rates from Dubai Gold Souk, malls, and online jewellers — by jewellery type and retailer.

Last updated: May 2026 · Based on published rates and market research

Making Charges by Jewellery Type

Jewellery Type% RangeAED/gramNotes
Gold bars & coins1 – 3%AED 4 – 12/gLowest charges — no design work
Machine-made chains5 – 8%AED 20 – 32/gPlain link chains, cable chains
Simple bangles & rings8 – 12%AED 32 – 48/gPlain or lightly patterned
Standard earrings8 – 15%AED 32 – 60/gStuds, small drops
Medium-design pieces12 – 18%AED 48 – 72/gCarved rings, textured bracelets
Designer / stone-set15 – 25%AED 60 – 100/gCZ/gemstone settings, filigree
Handcrafted / custom18 – 30%AED 70 – 120/gArtisan work, bespoke pieces
Bridal sets20 – 40%AED 80 – 160/gElaborate multi-piece sets
Antique / heritage design25 – 40%AED 100 – 160/gMeenakari, kundan, heritage work

Making Charges by Retailer

Dubai Gold Souk
Traditional Souk
8 – 25%
making charges
Negotiable — typically 20–25% off quoted price. Best for bulk purchases.
Anvar LuxuryZero charges
Gold Souk (Wholesale)
0%
making charges
Cash purchases only. Wholesale model — gold value only, no labour added.
Al Fanan JewelleryZero charges
Online / Modern
0%
making charges
Zero making charges on select collections. 4% surcharge on card payments.
Sana Jewellers
Gold Souk
0 – 12%
making charges
Zero charges on select items. Competitive rates on custom pieces.
FKJewellers UAE
Online
0 – 12%
making charges
0% on 24K bars/coins above 20g. 5–12% on regular jewellery.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds
Mall
8 – 20%
making charges
Festival promotions (Akshaya Tritiya, Diwali) can reduce to under 2%. Standard varies by design.
Tanishq
Mall
8 – 30%
making charges
Chains: 9–28%. Rings: 16–30%. Old gold exchange + periodic 20% off promotions.
Joyalukkas
Mall
8 – 22%
making charges
Zero charges on gold coins during festivals. Standard jewellery 8–22%.
Damas
Mall
10 – 25%
making charges
Zero charges on selected 22K gold during promotions. Modern and Arabic designs.
Kalyan Jewellers
Mall
8 – 20%
making charges
Regular promotions. Plain gold jewellery at lower end of range.
Saqlain Bullion
Bullion Dealer
~7.5% over spot
making charges
In-house manufacturing. Best for investment gold and custom bullion pieces.

Rates are indicative and change during promotions (Akshaya Tritiya, Diwali, Dubai Shopping Festival, etc.). Always verify current rates before purchase.

✓ Last verified: May 2026

Tips to Get the Best Deal

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Only making charges are negotiable — the gold price is fixed daily by the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group.

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Pay cash — some shops (Al Fanan, Anvar) add 4% for card payments. Cash can also unlock better negotiation.

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Buy during festivals — Akshaya Tritiya, Diwali, and Dubai Shopping Festival see deep making charge discounts (sometimes 0%).

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Heavier pieces = more negotiating room. Buying 50g+ gives you leverage for 20–25% off quoted making charges.

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Compare at 3 shops before committing. Gold Souk vendors are used to shoppers comparing prices.

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For investment gold (bars, coins), stick to bullion dealers — making charges are 1–3% vs 8%+ at jewellers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are making charges on gold in Dubai?+

Making charges (also called manufacturing or labour charges) are fees added on top of the gold value to cover the cost of crafting jewellery. They are quoted as a percentage of the gold value or as a fixed AED amount per gram. In Dubai, making charges are separate from the gold price — you can negotiate them at traditional souks.

Can you negotiate making charges at Dubai Gold Souk?+

Yes — making charges are the only negotiable part of a gold purchase in Dubai. The gold price itself is fixed (set by the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group). At traditional Gold Souk shops, you can typically negotiate 20–25% off the initially quoted making charges, especially for heavier or multiple pieces.

Which Dubai jeweller has the lowest making charges?+

Several jewellers offer zero making charges on select items: Anvar Luxury and Al Fanan Jewellery operate on wholesale models with no labour fees (cash only). FKJewellers offers 0% on 24K bars/coins above 20g. For regular jewellery, the Dubai Gold Souk with negotiation often gives the best net price.

What is a fair making charge for gold jewellery in UAE?+

A fair making charge for machine-made gold chains is 5–8%. For regular rings and bangles, 8–12% is reasonable. Handcrafted or designer pieces at 15–25% is standard. If you are quoted above 25% for plain jewellery, negotiate or compare at other shops.

Are making charges refundable when you sell gold?+

No. When you sell gold back to a dealer, you receive approximately 90–95% of the current metal value only — making charges are not recovered. This is why buying gold with lower making charges is more cost-effective for resale or investment purposes.