These countries offer Cheapest Gold in the World!

Ankita Rai | Wed, 12 Mar 2025
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Gold is a prized possession, but rising prices in India make it harder to buy. However, certain countries offer gold at significantly lower prices. This article explores four top destinations—Bhutan, Dubai, Thailand, and Hong Kong—where gold is more affordable, highlighting price trends, shopping hotspots, and customs rules for bringing gold back to India. Whether you're a traveler or an investor, knowing where to buy gold at the best rates can save you a fortune.
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Gold has long represented prosperity and power, and a nation like India, its importance is deeply entrenched in social structure and economy. Indian households, women in particular, possess so much gold that if it were all sold it would add to a country’s GDP. However, with gold prices hitting the roof, purchasing a gold in India has become expensive. But what if we told you that there are nations where gold is way more affordable? If you are a traveler, you should watch these countries where gold prices are low and you can buy gold there. Just remember those customs duties when you bring it back!

Bhutan: A Hidden Goldmine for Buyers


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The country has certain spellbinding monasteries, beautiful sceneries, and solitude that makes it one of the most cherished travel destinations. The complete cost of Bhutan Bhutan goes between INR 80,000 to India was having the costs which is reasonable yet rich.
Bhutan is a very cheap place to buy gold. The cost of 10 grams of gold in this place a year ago was ₹43,473.84. Today, it is low 58,720. Prices of gold have shot up, but it's still much lower than the prevailing gold prices in India. The best part? Another reason of attraction to gold buyers is that any purchase of gold is tax-free in Bhutan.

Dubai – The City of Gold


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And that skyscraper is in Dubai, a place famous for its opulence, cutting-edge structures and lavish living. Whether its sky-high skyscrapers like the Burj Khalifa or the world’s best shopping experiences, Dubai is a dream destination for many. Aside from that, little do you know that Dubai is also one of the best places on Earth to buy gold.
The gold market in Dubai is a gold shoppers’ paradise, with a variety of beautiful gold jewelry on offer, at competitive prices, at the Deira Gold Souk. Currently, the price of gold in Dubai is 317 AED/gm or INE 72,430 per 10 gm. Dubai’s gold is widely considered its purest and most crafted form of investment, even if its price is marginally higher than Bhutan’s.


Thailand – The Hidden Value of Gold Market


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Thailand is best known for its pristine beaches, pulsating nightlife, and unbelievably cheap shopping, and tourists flock to this Southeast Asian nation for all these reasons, but few visitors know that it’s also one of the best places in the world to buy gold. Gold Jewelry in Thailand Thailand was another favorite shopping destinations of ours when it comes to affordable yet good quality of gold jewelry.
Yaowarat Road in Bangkok’s Chinatown is one of the best places to buy gold in Thailand. Here you can find gold shops with competitive pricing and a variety of designs. A trip to Thailand would cost around INR 70,000 to INR 1,00,000 and is an economical getaway where you can also buy gold at cheaper prices.


Hong Kong – The World Gold Trading Center


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From fashion to electronics, there’s something for everyone in Hong Kong. But even a little more attractive is its busy gold market. It is one of the most active gold trading hubs in the world, making sure of both profitable prices and great quality.
And gold rates in Hong Kong are trading at approximately INR 70,630 for the same amount of gold per 10 grams, thus buyers in this country will find buying gold much cheaper than in India. Planning a trip to this worldwide city? Adding gold shopping to your list can be a wise investment.

Rule for bringing gold in India.


Although buying gold from overseas is a great investment, there are customs regulations to be followed:
The gold imported to India is also charged with customs duty, and this is payable in convertible currency.
Payable to bring gold in TOS and duty regulations only on Indian passport holders.
In fact, if you travel overseas for a short period of time (less than a month within six months), the customs duty applicable on gold is up to 38.5% on the gold that you will bring back.

Final Thoughts


Here are some of the best destinations from one point of view, the latter half, you have been hearing about since then. But, always confirm the current customs rules and gold rate before you buy it. Enjoy your shopping, and safe travels!

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