The Best Countries to Buy the iPhone 17 at the Lowest Price

Apple’s iPhone 17 series has officially launched, and the standard iPhone 17 now starts at ₹82,900 in India for the 256GB model. That’s the base version, as Apple no longer offers 128GB for the entry variant. While this price point is in line with what we’ve seen in recent years, it’s still noticeably higher than in some other markets.

So, where exactly can you buy the iPhone 17 for less? Here’s a breakdown of the cheapest countries right now.

Cheapest Countries to Buy the iPhone 17 (256GB)

Country	Local Price	Approx. in ₹	Note
United States	US$829	~₹71,000	Excludes state sales tax
Canada	C$1,129	~₹72,000	Pre-tax, close to U.S. pricing
Japan	¥129,800	~₹77,900	Tax-inclusive; tourists can claim a VAT refund
Hong Kong	HK$6,899	~₹78,200	No VAT, flat international pricing
United Arab Emirates (Dubai)	AED 3,399	~₹75,000	5% VAT included

Exchange rates as of September 12, 2025. Prices are official Apple Store MRPs.

The Most Expensive Countries

While the U.S., Canada, Japan, Hong Kong, and UAE remain the cheapest markets, buyers in places like India, the UK, Turkey, and Brazil face much higher price tags.

In the UK, the iPhone 17 starts at £799 (around ₹90,000). Turkey and Brazil remain among the priciest markets worldwide, where heavy taxes and layered tariffs can drive prices 40–60% higher than in the U.S.

Why Prices Differ

Local taxes, import duties, and currency swings are the main drivers. The U.S. and Hong Kong stay cheap partly because they exclude VAT or have none at all, while India and Turkey stack on heavy import duties.