Gold Jewellery → United Arab Emirates

Personal jewellery allowed; declaration required for high values

Details

The UAE allows personal gold jewellery without duty for personal use. However, gold exceeding AED 60,000 in value must be declared at customs. Commercial quantities require an import license. The UAE is a major gold trading hub with competitive prices, but re-export documentation may be needed.

Quantity limit

Personal use; declare above AED 60,000

Documentation required

• Customs declaration if above threshold

Legal reference

UAE Customs Law

Leaving with this item

UAE requires declaration of gold above AED 60,000 value (≈USD 16,300) on departure. DMCC free zone gold exports require DMCC documentation. Personal jewellery in reasonable quantities is unrestricted.

Practical advice

Personal-wear gold jewellery clears as routine. Bulk imports above the destination's threshold attract duty + VAT; cash-declaration rules may apply on high-value bullion.

Customs authority

Federal Customs Authority (FCA) · https://www.fca.gov.ae