iPhone 16

16 Plus 256GB

Form Factor

Storage

Where to Buy iPhone 16 16 Plus 256GB for the Best Price

Looking for the best deal on the iPhone 16 16 Plus 256GB? Our international price comparison shows that Japan currently offers the lowest price at ƒ1,452 after potential tax refunds. This is followed by South Korea (ƒ1,620) and Thailand (ƒ1,694).

Tax Refund Opportunities

Several countries near you offer tax refunds for tourists purchasing iPhone 16 (if you're not part of countries with a tax treaty):

  • Mexico offers up to 9% tax refund, bringing the effective price down to ƒ2,133.

Price Comparison Across Regions

Regional price differences for the iPhone 16 16 Plus 256GB are notable:

  • Asia: Best price in Japan at ƒ1,452
  • North America: Best price in United States at ƒ1,795
  • Australia: Best price in Australia at ƒ1,814
  • Europe: Best price in Poland at ƒ1,866
  • South America: Best price in Chile at ƒ2,243

Take note that we don't have prices for Luxembourg, Netherlands, Czechia, Spain, Türkiye, India, France, Italy 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 Sint Maarten (Dutch part) yet

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

iPhone 1616 Plus 256GB

vs Sint Maarten (Dutch part)

UAE−8%
5% VAT -4%
Austria±0%
20% VAT -15%
ƒ2,205ƒ1,930
€1,079€944
Australia−6%
10% GST -10%
ƒ1,996ƒ1,814
1,599 AUD1,453 AUD
Belgium+2%
21% VAT -15%
ƒ2,246ƒ1,968
€1,099€962
Brazil+70%
18% ICMS
ƒ3,272
R$9,299
Canada−3%
≈13% HST
ƒ1,653ƒ1,868
1,299 CAD1,467 CAD
Switzerland−2%
8% VAT -5%
ƒ1,988ƒ1,896
CHF 899CHF 857
Chile+16%
19% VAT
Germany±0%
19% MwSt -15%
ƒ2,205ƒ1,937
€1,079€947
Denmark+2%
25% VAT -19%
ƒ2,324ƒ1,971
8,499 kr.7,207 kr.
Finland+2%
26% VAT -18%
ƒ2,308ƒ1,977
€1,129€967
United Kingdom+12%
20% VAT
ƒ2,154
£899
Hong Kong−9%
No tax data
ƒ1,758
7,699 HKD
Hungary+13%
27% ÁFA -19%
ƒ2,564ƒ2,180
449,990 Ft382,669 Ft
Ireland+3%
23% VAT -15%
ƒ2,267ƒ1,990
€1,109€973
Japan−25%
10% Sales tax -10%
ƒ1,597ƒ1,452
¥144,800¥131,636
South Korea−16%
10% VAT -7%
Mexico+11%
16% IVA -9%
ƒ2,310ƒ2,133
22,499 MXN20,772 MXN
Malaysia+2%
5% SST
ƒ1,974
RM4,499
Norway+9%
25% VAT -19%
ƒ2,472ƒ2,097
13,390 kr11,354 kr
New Zealand+2%
15% GST
ƒ1,975
1,899 NZD
Philippines−2%
12% VAT
ƒ1,887
₱64,990
Poland−3%
23% VAT -15%
ƒ2,126ƒ1,866
4,499 zł3,950 zł
Portugal+4%
23% IVA -15%
ƒ2,287ƒ2,008
€1,119€982
Saudi Arabia−8%
15% VAT -15%
ƒ2,048ƒ1,781
ر.س4,299ر.س3,738
Sweden+3%
25% Moms -18%
ƒ2,314ƒ1,990
12,495 kr10,745 kr
Singapore−8%
9% GST -9%
ƒ1,939ƒ1,779
1,399 SGD1,283 SGD
Thailand−12%
7% VAT -7%
ƒ1,812ƒ1,694
฿33,900฿31,682
Taiwan−8%
5% VAT -5%
ƒ1,859ƒ1,770
33,400 TWD31,809 TWD
United States−7%
≈8% Sales Tax
ƒ1,662ƒ1,795
929 USD1,003 USD
Vietnam−4%
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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