The government is considering a decision to ease the limit on personal gold jewellery worn by incoming Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), a senior Indian official revealed.

In a recent interview on Emirates247 in Dubai, said that the government was actively considering the decision and could announce a change soon.

Speaking on the topic, the official said, "The decision has almost been made to ease the customs duty. We could see it announced very soon."

Currently, an incoming expatriate male Indian is allowed to worn or carry 50 per cent less gold than a female traveller. Under India's Customs & Central Excise Rules 1967, a male travelling to India can carry gold ornaments worth no more than Rs 10,000, and a female to bring gold ornaments worth Rs 20,000.

Indian airport conduct rigorous checks on incoming expatriate Indians and force them to pay heavy duty for any gold worn or carried over the stipulated amount.

NRIs have long been demanding the government to ease limits on gold worn/carried as personal jewellery during traveling to India.

Easing the limit on personal gold jewellery will be of greate help to those who are planning to travel to India to attend family and friends' weddings or participate in festivals.