New Gold Jewelry Import Rules from April 1: Weight-Based Duty-Free Exemption for Travelers

• New Baggage Rules 2026, effective April 1, abolish old value limits on gold jewelry, replacing them with weight-based duty-free exemptions.
• Female passengers can bring up to 40 grams of gold jewelry duty-free, while other passengers have a limit of 20 grams.
• This exemption applies to passengers residing abroad for over one year and returning to India, aiming to reduce airport hassles for NRIs and long-term travelers.
• The new rules simplify customs procedures by eliminating disputes over jewelry valuation, focusing solely on weight.
• The duty-free allowance is strictly for personal jewelry; gold bars, coins, or bullion are not included and require separate declaration and import policies.