iPhone 17

256GB

Storage

Where to Buy iPhone 17 256GB for the Best Price

Looking for the best deal on the iPhone 17 256GB? Our international price comparison shows that Japan currently offers the lowest price at 3,314 Lei after potential tax refunds. This is followed by South Korea (3,768 Lei) and Thailand (3,801 Lei).

Tax Refund Opportunities

Several countries near you offer tax refunds for tourists purchasing iPhone 17 (if you're not part of countries with a tax treaty):

  • Poland offers up to 15% tax refund, bringing the effective price down to 4,243 Lei.
  • Austria offers up to 15% tax refund, bringing the effective price down to 4,346 Lei.
  • Germany offers up to 15% tax refund, bringing the effective price down to 4,361 Lei.

Price Comparison Across Regions

Regional price differences for the iPhone 17 256GB are notable:

  • Asia: Best price in Japan at 3,314 Lei
  • Australia: Best price in Australia at 4,079 Lei
  • North America: Best price in United States at 4,120 Lei
  • Europe: Best price in Poland at 4,243 Lei
  • South America: Best price in Chile at 4,879 Lei

Take note that we don't have prices for Italy, India, Switzerland, Portugal, France, Hungary, Spain, Luxembourg, Sweden, Netherlands yet due to technical limitations.

When considering international purchases, remember to factor in warranty coverage, potential import duties, and regional hardware differences. Prices were last updated on July 14, 2026 and are subject to change based on exchange rates and local pricing adjustments.

The verdict

n/a

No local price for Romania yet

The best available global price is from Japan. Bars below compare countries against the median instead.

iPhone 17256GB

vs Romania

UAE−6%
5% VAT -4%
4,260 Lei4,087 Lei
3,399 د.إ3,261 د.إ
Austria±0%
20% VAT -15%
4,967 Lei4,346 Lei
€949€830
Australia−6%
10% GST -10%
4,487 Lei4,079 Lei
1,399 AUD1,271 AUD
Belgium+2%
21% VAT -15%
5,071 Lei4,443 Lei
€969€848
Brazil+66%
18% ICMS
7,213 Lei
R$7,999
Canada−4%
≈13% HST
3,690 Lei4,170 Lei
1,129 CAD1,275 CAD
Chile+12%
19% VAT
4,879 Lei
999,990 CLP
Czechia+1%
21% VAT -14%
4,973 Lei4,398 Lei
22,990 Kč20,330 Kč
Germany±0%
19% MwSt -15%
4,967 Lei4,361 Lei
€949€833
Denmark+2%
25% VAT -19%
5,250 Lei4,452 Lei
7,499 kr.6,359 kr.
Finland+3%
26% VAT -18%
5,228 Lei4,478 Lei
€999€855
United Kingdom+13%
20% VAT
4,896 Lei
£799
Hong Kong−7%
No tax data
4,049 Lei
6,899 HKD
Ireland+4%
23% VAT -15%
5,124 Lei4,499 Lei
€979€859
Japan−24%
10% Sales tax -10%
3,646 Lei3,314 Lei
¥129,800¥118,000
South Korea−13%
10% VAT -7%
4,024 Lei3,768 Lei
₩1,290,000₩1,207,909
Mexico+12%
16% IVA -9%
5,253 Lei4,850 Lei
19,999 MXN18,464 MXN
Malaysia+4%
5% SST
4,501 Lei
RM3,999
Norway+12%
25% VAT -19%
5,738 Lei4,866 Lei
11,990 kr10,167 kr
New Zealand+4%
15% GST
4,512 Lei
1,699 NZD
Philippines−1%
12% VAT
4,315 Lei
₱57,990
Poland−2%
23% VAT -15%
4,832 Lei4,243 Lei
3,999 zł3,511 zł
Saudi Arabia−7%
15% VAT -15%
4,663 Lei4,055 Lei
ر.س3,799ر.س3,303
Singapore−2%
9% GST -9%
4,623 Lei4,241 Lei
1,299 SGD1,191 SGD
Thailand−13%
7% VAT -7%
4,068 Lei3,801 Lei
฿29,900฿27,943
Türkiye+72%
20% KDV -12%
Taiwan−7%
5% VAT -5%
4,252 Lei4,050 Lei
29,900 TWD28,476 TWD
United States−5%
≈8% Sales Tax
3,815 Lei4,120 Lei
829 USD895 USD
Vietnam−6%
8% VAT -7%

DISCLAIMER: All information presented are merely as guidance, based on publicly available information, latest currency rates, and Apple website metadatas. Check before deciding to buy from oversea, most models vary by country or region, depending on regulations, power consumption, or local needs. While every effort is made to ensure that the refund rates are displaying realistic amounts, it is still provided only as a general calculation. More info on refund rates on GlobalBlue and upon.io. Currency rates from Open Exchange Rates. Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, Apple TV and all product names are trademarks of Apple Inc.

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