What Is the Gold Price Outlook in Pakistan for April 2026?
Gold prices in Pakistan remain elevated due to continued PKR weakness against the US dollar and strong seasonal demand ahead of wedding season. The international benchmark has stabilized above $4,500/oz, translating to record-high tola prices in local currency. Sarafa bazaar dealers in Lahore and Karachi report steady retail demand, with 22K jewellery being the dominant purchase category. Analysts expect prices to remain firm through June 2026 as wedding and Eid demand converge.
Sources: LBMA · CME Group / COMEX · State Bank of Pakistan
Analysis by: AURUM Editorial Desk · Commodity Research Division
Data verified against LBMA AM/PM Fix & COMEX settlement prices. PKR rates sourced from State Bank of Pakistan interbank reference.
About Gold Pricing in Pakistan
The gold price displayed above is calculated live from the COMEX spot price and converted to PKR using real-time exchange rates. A 3% customs duty and 17% GST are factored into the landed cost of imported gold in Pakistan.
Pakistan traditionally measures gold in tolas (1 tola = 11.664 grams), a unit shared with India and Bangladesh. The sarafa bazaar in cities like Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad sets daily opening and closing rates based on international prices and local supply-demand dynamics.
AURUM calculates Pakistan gold rates using the formula: COMEX spot x PKR/USD rate x (1 + duty) + local premium. All prices update every 5 seconds from live COMEX data.
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Compare Pakistan gold prices to other markets on the Global Gold Arbitrage Table. See seasonal demand patterns on the Cultural Demand Calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gold in Pakistan
What is the gold price today in Pakistan? +
The gold price in Pakistan is derived from the international COMEX spot rate, converted to Pakistani Rupees (PKR) and quoted per tola (11.664 grams). Sarafa bazaar dealers in Lahore and Karachi set local premiums daily based on supply-demand dynamics and the PKR/USD exchange rate. Prices typically update at market open (9:30 AM PKT) and fluctuate throughout the day.
What is the difference between tola and gram for gold in Pakistan? +
One tola equals 11.664 grams. Pakistan traditionally prices gold per tola, a unit inherited from the subcontinent weight system used across South Asia. To convert a per-gram price to per-tola, multiply by 11.664. Most sarafa bazaar quotes and jewellery shops display prices per tola for 24K and 22K gold.
What is the import duty on gold in Pakistan? +
Pakistan charges 3% customs duty plus 17% General Sales Tax (GST) on imported gold. This combined ~20% tax burden adds a significant premium over the international spot price and has historically encouraged smuggling through informal channels. The government periodically adjusts these rates to balance revenue collection with market formalization efforts.
When is the best time to buy gold in Pakistan? +
Gold prices in Pakistan tend to dip during low-demand months (January-February) and spike before wedding season (March-June) and Eid festivals. However, the PKR/USD exchange rate is often a bigger driver than seasonal demand. Monitoring both the international gold price and the rupee exchange rate is critical for timing purchases.
What is gold hallmarking in Pakistan? +
Pakistan does not currently have a mandatory gold hallmarking system. Buyers rely on trusted sarafa dealers and independent assay testing to verify purity. The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) has proposed hallmarking standards, but enforcement remains limited. It is advisable to buy from reputable dealers who provide a purity certificate and buy-back guarantee.