Is it cheaper to buy the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (256GB) in USA? The price in USA is 944 € (converted from 1029 USD tax-free) vs a street price of 1359 € in Europe, saving you 415 € (31%).
Buying a Apple iPhone 16 Pro (256GB) in USA is a popular choice for European travelers. Retail prices are often lower on the USA domestic market, and tourists can claim a 0% tax refund at departure. Favorable exchange rates can push the savings even higher.
Ask for a tax-free form at checkout, register it with your passport, and claim your VAT refund at customs before leaving USA.
Since this iPhone exceeds the €430 duty-free allowance, you must declare it at airport customs and pay 20% VAT.
Recent US iPhones are eSIM-only and do not have a physical SIM tray. Apple's 1-year warranty is global, but check with your home carrier for eSIM compatibility.