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🇹🇭 Gold Price Today in Thailand | ฿160,218
Live gold price in Thai Baht (THB) — updated every 5 minutes
Last updated: May 4, 2026, 02:36 PM ET
Per Gram (THB)
฿5,151.11
Per Troy Oz (THB)
฿160,218
Per Kg (THB)
฿5,151,110
USD/Gold Spot
$4,513.17/oz
USD/THB Rate
1 USD = 35.5 THB
THB per gram
฿5,151.11
Gold Market in Thailand
Thailand has one of the highest per capita gold ownership rates in Southeast Asia. The Gold Traders Association of Thailand sets daily reference prices used by over 10,000 gold shops nationwide. Thai gold jewellery is typically 96.5% pure (23K equivalent) — significantly purer than the 18K or 22K common in Western markets.
Why do people in Thailand buy gold?
Gold is the most popular investment among Thai retail investors, considered more accessible and culturally familiar than stocks or bonds. Thai gold shops (ร้านทอง) are ubiquitous, operating with thin spreads and transparent pricing. Gold is also a key component of Thai Buddhist merit-making rituals and wedding traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gold in Thailand
What is the gold price today in Thailand in baht?
Thai gold prices are quoted per baht-weight (15.16g) and per gram by the Gold Traders Association. Prices are updated throughout the trading day and closely track international markets converted to THB.
What is "baht gold" in Thailand?
A "baht" is a Thai unit of weight equal to 15.244 grams, used exclusively for gold (not to be confused with the Thai currency). Thai 23K gold jewellery is often priced per baht-weight. A half-baht is 7.6 grams.
Is Thai gold 96.5% pure?
Yes. Standard Thai gold jewellery is 96.5% pure (equivalent to 23.16 karats), which is higher than the 22K (91.7%) sold in India and the Middle East, but lower than 24K investment gold. This purity is a distinctive characteristic of the Thai market.
Are there taxes on gold in Thailand?
VAT of 7% technically applies to gold, but gold shops typically absorb or roll this into pricing. Capital gains from gold sales are generally included in personal income tax in Thailand. Investment gold trading can be complex — consult a local tax advisor.