What a Fujairah shop adds to the rate
The rate above is the national metal benchmark. Fujairah jewellers price from that same number. The variable between quotes is the making charge, modelled below.
The figures below are for 10 grams of 22K at today's rate, where the gold itself is worth AED 4,688.35. The metal price is identical in every emirate, so the entire gap comes from the making charge.
| Making-charge level | Rate | Making charge | VAT 5% | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Souk, plain machine-made | 8% | 375.07 | 253.17 | 5,316.58 |
| Typical retail | 15% | 703.25 | 269.58 | 5,661.18 |
| Branded or intricate | 25% | 1,172.09 | 293.02 | 6,153.45 |
The gap between the cheapest and dearest scenario on the same piece is AED 836.87, about 16%. That is the amount you are actually negotiating over in Fujairah.
Main gold markets in Fujairah: Showrooms and mall jewellers. Levels realistically reachable there: Typically mid-range upward.
The making-charge levels above are illustrative comparison points, not verified quotes from named shops. The metal value and VAT are calculated from the live rate. The verified premium index below is what we publish only once enough real quotes exist.
Fujairah’s verified retail premium
The model above compares levels. This index tracks quotes verified from Fujairah retailers.
No number is published until the evidence supports it. Until then the page states that plainly. See our methodology for the threshold.
Gold value by weight
Here is the metal value at common weights. The retailer adds a making charge and 5% VAT.
| Weight | 24K | 22K | 21K | 18K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | 510.94 | 468.83 | 447.52 | 383.59 |
| 5 grams | 2,554.72 | 2,344.17 | 2,237.62 | 1,917.96 |
| 8 grams | 4,087.56 | 3,750.68 | 3,580.19 | 3,068.74 |
| 10 grams | 5,109.44 | 4,688.35 | 4,475.24 | 3,835.92 |
| 1 tola | 5,959.56 | 5,468.39 | 5,219.83 | 4,474.14 |
| 1 ounce | 15,892.15 | 14,582.39 | 13,919.55 | 11,931.04 |
| 100 grams | 51,094.45 | 46,883.46 | 44,752.40 | 38,359.20 |
Where Fujairah buys gold
- Mall jewellers in the main shopping centres cover most everyday demand.
- City centre showrooms serve residents along the east coast.
- Bigger occasions often bring a drive west to Sharjah or Dubai.
The east coast market
Fujairah is the only emirate facing the Gulf of Oman. Its population is smaller than the western emirates. The gold retail base is correspondingly compact.
Fewer competing shops means less pressure on making charges. The metal price stays exactly the same as Dubai. Buyers wanting choice usually travel for large purchases.
How Fujairah compares with the other emirates
Nothing about the metal rate changes by location. Only the retail landscape does.
| Emirate | Metal rate | Main gold markets | Making-charge levels reachable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Same nationally | Deira Gold Souk, Meena Bazaar, Gold & Diamond Park | Souk level upward |
| Abu Dhabi | Same nationally | Madinat Zayed Gold Centre, Hamdan Street | Souk to typical |
| Sharjah | Same nationally | Central (Blue) Souk, Rolla Gold Souk | Souk level upward |
| Ajman | Same nationally | Ajman Gold Souk | Souk to typical |
| Al Ain | Same nationally | Al Ain Gold Souk | Souk to typical |
| Ras Al Khaimah | Same nationally | Showrooms and mall jewellers | Typically mid-range upward |
| Fujairah | Same nationally | Showrooms and mall jewellers | Typically mid-range upward |
| Umm Al Quwain | Same nationally | A small number of local jewellers | Typically mid-range upward |
Checking a Fujairah quote
Request the price split into metal, making charge, stones and VAT. Compare the metal portion with the live rate above. Ask about anything unexplained.
Our making charge calculator tests the labour fee quickly. The weight converter helps if a shop quotes in tola. Verify the hallmark on every piece.
The only emirate on the Gulf of Oman
Fujairah faces east onto the Gulf of Oman, separated from the rest of the country by the Hajar mountains. That geography matters commercially: its port is one of the world’s largest ship bunkering hubs. The emirate’s economy runs on shipping, logistics and coastal tourism.
Its resident population is among the smallest in the country, and the gold trade is sized accordingly. A handful of jewellers serve local families rather than a visiting crowd. Selection is deliberately practical.
The mountain drive west is what shapes buying behaviour. Everyday pieces and repairs are handled locally, while bridal sets and investment bars usually mean a trip to Sharjah or Dubai. The metal rate is identical at both ends of that road.
Frequently asked questions
Is gold more expensive in Fujairah?
The metal is priced identically nationwide. Making charges can be higher where competition is thinner.
Is there a gold souk in Fujairah?
There is no large dedicated gold souk. Retail runs through malls and standalone showrooms.
Can I sell gold in Fujairah?
Yes, licensed jewellers buy back on metal value. See our used gold price page first.