Live Gold Price in Saudi Arabia: 24K, 22K and 21K Rates
Track the live gold price in Saudi Arabia, refreshed every second directly from the international gold market and converted into Saudi Riyal. See real-time rates for 24K, 22K, 21K, and 18K gold, priced by the gram, 10 grams, tola, and ounce — all updating live in the chart above, so you always know today’s exact rate before you buy, sell, or compare quotes in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, or anywhere else in the Kingdom.
Data Source and Methodology
Data source:
International gold spot price supplied by Live Price Of Gold converted to Saudi Riyal using the official USD/SAR rate. Displayed values are prices. Rates refresh every second and may be briefly delayed during provider maintenance; if a new price cannot be fetched, the page shows the last known value with its timestamp rather than an outdated figure presented as current. Displayed rates are indicative market values, not guaranteed retail quotations.
Calculation formula:
Gold price per gram (SAR)
Hover or tap any part of the formula to see what it means.
Informational only — actual retail prices add jeweller making charges and, where applicable, VAT.
The Saudi Riyal’s exchange rate against the US Dollar is officially maintained at SAR 3.75 per USD by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), so day-to-day movement in Saudi gold prices comes mainly from changes in the international USD gold price rather than the currency conversion itself.
Gold price per tola (SAR)
Hover or tap any part of the formula to see what it means.
Informational only — actual retail prices add jeweller making charges and, where applicable, VAT.
Note on retail pricing: The rates above reflect the underlying market price of gold, before making charges, dealer premiums, design costs, or tax. Saudi Arabia’s standard VAT rate is 15% on taxable supplies. Special treatment may apply to qualifying investment metals (generally at least 99% purity and tradable on the global bullion market) depending on the specific product and transaction — this is not automatic for all bullion or jewellery. Ask the seller to confirm the VAT treatment and show it separately on the tax invoice.
24K Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia
24K gold is 99.9% pure and is the benchmark most Saudi jewellers quote against before adding making charges. The 24k gold rate in saudi arabia reflects the international spot price of gold converted into Saudi Riyal, then divided down to the unit you’re buying. Because 24K gold is the softest and purest form, it’s mainly bought as bullion, coins, or investment bars rather than everyday jewellery, which is more commonly 22K or 21K for added durability.
22K Gold Price in Saudi Arabia Today
22 carat gold is a common jewellery standard in Saudi Arabia — durable enough for rings, bangles, and necklaces while still holding strong resale value, though preferences vary by design, retailer, and buyer. The saudi gold rate today 22 carat typically runs slightly below the 24K price, since 22K gold is 91.6% pure and alloyed with small amounts of other metals for strength.
Today’s 21K Gold Price per Gram
21 karat gold is commonly sold for jewellery across the Gulf, including Saudi Arabia, striking a balance between purity and everyday wearability. The gold price in saudi arabia today per gram 21k is priced lower per gram than 22K or 24K, making it a popular choice for larger, more detailed jewellery pieces.
Gram, 10-Gram, and Tola Prices
The 1 gram gold price in saudi arabia is the standard retail unit and the easiest way to compare karats side by side. Scaled up:
The tola (11.664g) remains widely used by South Asian communities in Saudi Arabia for wedding jewellery and gold investment.
Gold Price in Saudi Arabia — Last 30 Days
The 30-day chart shows daily Saudi gold rates in SAR per gram for 24K, 22K, 21K, and 18K gold.
Tracking the gold price in saudi arabia last 30 days helps you spot whether the market is trending up, cooling off, or holding steady before you buy or sell.
What Moves Gold Prices in Saudi Arabia?
- International spot gold price (USD per troy ounce) — the main daily driver
- USD/SAR rate — officially fixed at 3.75, so it rarely causes daily movement on its own
- Local demand, especially around Eid, wedding season, and sales events
- Global economic and geopolitical events, which influence gold as a safe-haven asset
Before You Buy Gold
Check the latest rate above, confirm the karat hallmark (999, 916, 875, or 750), verify the exact weight on a calibrated scale, and request an invoice that separates the gold value, making charge, and tax. The final shop price is usually higher than the market rate displayed on this page — comparing that itemised breakdown across two or three jewellers is the fastest way to find a fair deal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything buyers ask about today’s SAR gold rate, by karat and by weight.
As of {{LAST_UPDATED_DATE_TIME}}, 24K gold is SAR {{RATE_24K_GRAM}} per gram in Saudi Arabia, based on live international gold prices converted to Saudi Riyal. Check real-time 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K rates here.
22K gold is 91.6% pure while 21K is 87.5% pure, so 22K is priced higher per gram. Both are commonly sold for jewellery.
Multiply the current per-gram rate by 11.664. At SAR {{RATE_22K_GRAM}} per gram, 22K tola gold works out to SAR {{RATE_22K_TOLA}}. Get the latest per-gram rate on the live gold price tracker.
Yes, often multiple times a day, tracking the international spot gold market. The Saudi Riyal’s exchange rate is officially fixed, so most of that movement comes from the USD gold price itself.
The 30-day chart on this page shows daily rates in SAR per gram for 24K, 22K, 21K, and 18K gold, along with the 30-day high, low, and percentage change.
No. The rates shown are the underlying market price of gold. Making charges are added separately, and Saudi Arabia’s standard 15% VAT may or may not apply depending on the specific product and transaction — ask your jeweller for a tax invoice that shows these separately.
Gold rates across GCC countries track the same international spot price and stay close to one another, since these currencies are pegged or closely tied to the US Dollar. Differences come mainly from local making charges and retailer margins.
18K gold is only 75% pure. Since jewellery price is driven mainly by pure-gold content, 18K pieces cost less per gram than higher-purity gold, though they’re often more scratch-resistant.
Buyback rates are typically close to, but slightly below, the live market rate, since jewellers often deduct a margin and may not refund the original making charges. Ask about buyback policy before purchasing.
The underlying market rate is consistent nationwide, since it’s based on the same international spot price. Differences between Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and other cities come from local making charges and retailer competition.
Rates compiled from live international gold pricing, converted to Saudi Riyal at the official exchange rate. Informational only — not financial advice; retail prices vary by jeweller.
Gold Price in Saudi Arabia Today
Tracking the gold price in Saudi Arabia today — across 24K, 22K, 21K, and 18K, and by gram, 10 grams, and tola — gives you a clear, up-to-date benchmark before you buy, sell, or compare jewellery quotes. Because Saudi gold rates move with the international spot gold price throughout the day, checking the live rate above is the simplest way to know you’re working from today’s actual number rather than an outdated one from your last visit to a jeweller. Whether you’re shopping in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, or elsewhere in the Kingdom, bookmark this page to follow the saudi gold rate today, compare it against the last 30 days, and buy or sell with confidence.