Gold Jewelry Relief: New Baggage Rules 2026 Simplify Customs for Travelers

• New Baggage Rules 2026, effective February 2, 2026, increase duty-free goods limit to ₹75,000 for Indian citizens and PIOs.
• Female passengers can bring up to 40 grams of personal gold jewelry duty-free; male passengers up to 20 grams.
• The duty-free exemption for jewelry is now weight-based, not value-based, applicable to those living abroad for over a year.
• Travelers over 18 can also bring one new laptop or notepad duty-free, easing concerns for personal items.
• These changes aim to reduce customs delays, enhance passenger convenience, and benefit the gems and jewelry sector.

Why It Matters: New Baggage Rules 2026 offer significant relief on gold jewelry and other goods for international travelers.