Buying gold in Dubai to sell in India? Here’s the real math on duty, GST and thin margins - Why dubai gold looks attractive

Dubai is known for high-purity gold which is typically 5–7% cheaper than in India as there are no import duties and GST on bullion.Under revised Baggage Rules 2026, travellers staying abroad for more than a year can bring limited gold jewellery duty-free. The price gap often creates the impression that buying in Dubai and selling in India guarantees easy profits. But the reality is more complex. Why dubai gold looks attractive