Is Dubai actually cheaper? What do you think? Here's what I spent on 1 pair of earrings: Gold weight: 6g Gold value: 1343 dirhams Making charge: 277 (20.6%) Tax (VAT 5%): 81 (69 tax back at airport) Total: 1701 dirhams (with tax back: 1632 dirhams). I think it works about the same price as India if buying designer pieces. The main benefit of shopping in Dubai is the incredible range of jewellery designs. But it's unlikely to be cheaper because making fees are high. #gold #dubai #jewellery #goldsouk #uae #blackmarket #scam