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UAE-to-India gold duty rules: allowances and charges explained
Indian residents travelling from the UAE can bring gold jewellery duty-free: up to 20 grams worth Rs 50,000 for men and 40 grams worth Rs 1 lakh for women. Gold coins and…
Indian residents travelling from the UAE can bring gold jewellery duty-free: up to 20 grams worth Rs 50,000 for men and 40 grams worth Rs 1 lakh for women. Gold coins and bars are not covered by this allowance and always attract customs duty. Any jewellery above the duty-free limit is taxed, with duty starting at 3% for 20-50 grams, rising to 6% for 50-100 grams, and up to 10% for larger quantities.
For those who have lived abroad for over six months, a concessional duty of about 13.7% applies on up to 1 kg of gold, including jewellery, coins, or bars. This 1 kg limit includes both the duty-free and dutiable portions. Travellers must declare gold beyond the duty-free limit at customs, carry purchase invoices, and be prepared for checks to avoid fines or confiscation.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The rules apply to all Indian residents returning from the UAE, a major gold retail hub where prices are often lower than in India. The duty-free jewellery allowance is per person and not per family, so families travelling together each get the limit. The concessional 13.7% rate for stays over six months includes a 1 kg cap that was set by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs. What a traveller actually pays depends on the weight, form (jewellery versus bars), and length of stay abroad. Customs officials on arrival check declarations and invoices, so any undeclared gold risks seizure.
Source: gulfnews.com
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