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Gold Rate in Qatar Today
The gold rate in Qatar today is QAR 483.53 per gram for 24 carat gold, QAR 443.23 for 22 carat, QAR 423.09 for 21 carat and QAR 362.65 for 18 carat (also written 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K), based on the live international gold spot price.
Updated October 7, 2026 at 9:32 AM (Qatar time). Calculated from the international spot price. See the methodology below.
24K GOLD
QAR 483.53
per gram
22K GOLD
QAR 443.23
per gram
21K GOLD
QAR 423.09
per gram
18K GOLD
QAR 362.65
per gram
Gold Rate in Qatar by Gram and Tola
| Carat (K) | Per Gram (QAR) | Per Tola (QAR) | Per Ounce (QAR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 483.53 | 5,639.77 | 15,039.39 |
| 22K | 443.23 | 5,169.79 | 13,786.11 |
| 21K | 423.09 | 4,934.80 | 13,159.47 |
| 18K | 362.65 | 4,229.83 | 11,279.54 |
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Gold Price vs Jewellery Shop Price
These figures represent indicative metal value only, based on the spot price of pure gold. Retail jewellery prices in Doha and across Qatar are usually higher, since shops add making charges, design premiums, stones and other fees on top of the underlying gold value. Always confirm the exact rate with the retailer before buying or selling.
Qatar Gold Price vs Major Retailers
Major jewellery retailers in Qatar, including Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Alfardan Exchange and others, publish their own daily gold rates in-store and on their own websites. Those rates are typically close to the spot-based figures shown here, since all retailers ultimately price off the same international gold market, but they can vary slightly because of each retailer's own margin, timing of their daily update, and any promotional pricing. If you're comparing offers, treat the rate on this page as a live reference point and confirm the exact quoted price with the specific retailer.
Factors That Affect Gold Price in Qatar
Qatar's gold price moves for the same reasons it moves everywhere else, since the country has no separate domestic gold market of its own. The main driver is the international spot price of gold, which reacts to US dollar strength, interest rate expectations, inflation data and global demand from investors and central banks. Because the Qatari riyal has been fixed to the US dollar at QAR 3.64 for decades, Qatar's gold price in riyals moves almost in lockstep with the dollar spot price, without the extra currency-conversion swings that affect countries with a floating exchange rate. On top of the spot price, local jewellery prices also reflect making charges and retailer margins, which is why the shop price for a finished piece is always somewhat higher than the raw metal value calculated here.
How to Buy Gold in Qatar
Gold in Qatar is sold both as investment-grade bullion (bars and coins) and as finished jewellery, most visibly around the Gold Souq in Doha and at jewellery retailers across the city's malls. When buying, check the hallmark stamped on the piece, which states its purity (for example 916 for 22 carat or 999 for 24 carat), ask for a written receipt that states the weight and purity separately from any making charges, and compare the quoted rate against the live spot-based rate on this page as a sanity check. Qatar does not charge import duty on gold, which is one reason the Gulf region generally is a popular place to buy it.
How QatarVia Calculates Gold Prices
Karat, often written carat or just K, measures gold purity out of 24 parts, and it's what these rates are calculated by. QatarVia calculates them from the live international XAU/USD gold spot price, refreshed automatically. The spot price is converted using Qatar's official fixed exchange rate of USD 1 = QAR 3.64, then divided by 31.1034768 grams per troy ounce to get a 24 carat (24K) price per gram. 22 carat (22K) is calculated as 22/24, 21 carat (21K) as 21/24 and 18 carat (18K) as 18/24 of that pure-gold rate, without rounding intermediate values. One tola equals approximately 11.6638 grams and one kilogram equals 1,000 grams. Displayed values are rounded to two decimal places. Because this method tracks the global spot market directly, it can differ slightly from any single jeweller's quoted rate at a given moment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is the gold rate in Qatar updated on this page?
The rate shown is pulled from the live international gold spot price and refreshed automatically. It reflects the spot market closely but is not a tick-by-tick trading feed, so treat it as a live reference rather than an exact executable price.
Why can jewellery shop prices differ from the rate shown here?
This page shows the indicative value of the raw metal. Jewellery prices in Doha and elsewhere in Qatar usually include making charges, design premiums, stones and other retailer fees on top of that base gold value.
What is the difference between 24 carat, 22 carat, 21 carat and 18 carat gold?
The carat number, also written karat or K, describes purity out of 24 parts. 24 carat (24K) is treated as pure gold. 22 carat (22K) is 22 parts gold out of 24 (about 91.6% pure), 21 carat (21K) is 21 parts (87.5%), and 18 carat (18K) is 18 parts (75%). Lower-carat gold is mixed with other metals, which also makes it more durable for everyday jewellery.
How much is 1 tola of gold in Qatar today?
One tola equals approximately 11.6638 grams. Multiply the per-gram rate for your chosen carat, shown above, by 11.6638 to get the per-tola price, or use the calculator on this page and select "Tola" as the unit.
Is gold cheaper in Qatar than in Dubai or other Gulf countries?
Qatar and most other Gulf states price gold off the same international spot market and don't charge import duty on it, so rates across the region tend to be broadly similar rather than consistently cheaper or more expensive in any one country. Any difference you see is usually down to each country's exact exchange-rate peg, local retailer margins and making charges rather than a structurally lower Qatar price.
Why is the gold price shown in QAR tied so closely to the US dollar price?
The Qatari riyal has been pegged to the US dollar at QAR 3.64 for a long time. Since gold is priced internationally in US dollars, that fixed exchange rate means Qatar's riyal gold price moves almost exactly with the dollar spot price, without extra currency swings.
Do Malabar Gold, Joyalukkas and other Qatar retailers publish their own rates?
Yes. Major retailers publish their own daily gold rates, which are usually close to the spot-based rate on this page but can vary slightly by retailer, timing, and any current promotions. Confirm the exact rate with the specific retailer before a purchase.
What carat of gold is most common for jewellery in Qatar?
22 carat (22K) is the most commonly sold purity for traditional gold jewellery in Qatar and the wider Gulf and South Asian market, since it balances a high gold content with enough durability for daily wear. 21 carat and 18 carat are also widely available.
Does this page show investment gold (bars and coins) or jewellery prices?
It shows the underlying metal value by carat (karat) and weight, which applies to both. Investment-grade bullion is usually sold close to this spot-based value plus a smaller premium, while jewellery adds making charges and design costs on top.
Is there import duty on gold brought into Qatar?
Qatar does not charge import duty on gold, which is a common reason the wider Gulf region is a popular place to buy it. This doesn't mean every country's total price is identical, since retailer margins and making charges still vary.
How do I convert the gold rate to a different weight, like 5 grams or half a tola?
Use the calculator on this page: select your carat, enter the weight, and choose grams, tola, troy ounce or kilogram as the unit. It calculates the value instantly using the same rates shown above.
QatarVia is an independent information website and is not a gold dealer, jeweller or financial adviser. Figures on this page are indicative, calculated automatically from the international gold spot price, and are provided for general information only. Always confirm the exact rate with your jeweller or dealer before a transaction.