Travelers to Dubai have long purchased gold from Middle Eastern destinations because gold metal costs less than India. Especially for Indians, they not only viewed gold as a safe haven investment, but also bought in large quantities for cultural reasons such as weddings, and there was always cheap gold.
So, in the case of Kannada actress Ranya Rao being arrested for allegedly smuggled gold medals, we take a look at the gold you can legally bring to India from Dubai without taking customs duties.
How much gold can Indians bring from Dubai?
According to the Central Committee of the Central Taxation and Customs, Indian travelers can carry up to 1 kilogram of gold from Dubai after spending six months after paying their taxes. As for the form we could bring gold, the Indians were allowed to bring back gold coins and bars from Dubai.
