New Gold Jewelry Import Rules from April 1: Weight-Based Exemption, Not Value

• New Baggage Rules 2026, effective April 1, abolish value limits on gold jewelry, introducing duty-free exemption based on weight.
• Female travelers can bring up to 40 grams of gold jewelry duty-free, while other travelers are limited to 20 grams.
• This change primarily benefits NRIs and Indian-origin travelers returning to India after staying abroad for more than one year.
• The new system aims to reduce disputes and complexities at airports regarding jewelry valuation, making the process simpler for both travelers and customs officials.
• The duty-free exemption applies only to personal gold jewelry; other forms like gold bars or coins are not included and require separate declaration.