Hello, I am thinking of buying iPhone 16 from the UK. I wonder if I can get a tax refund. also what is the refund percentage? I do not live in one of the European Union countries. I live in Turkey.
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This is a user to user only forum. We can't answer tax questions for purchases made in one country for a user who lives in another country. I doubt the tax will be waived for you at purchase. It wouldn't be waived if you travelled to the US and bought a phone. Apple will typically collect the tax required in each location around the world where the product is sold. Whether you can get a refund of that tax, you'll have to contact Apple directly, but I highly doubt it.
Also, be advised that iPhone Warranty is NOT international. If you have an issue with the phone once back in your country, you'll need to go back to the country of purchase for warranty support. It is ALWAYS best to buy your phone in the country you live and will use it.
You SHOULD (I'm not saying you CAN) be able to claim a VAT refund, but no one here can give you a guarantee.
See the paragraph pertaining to travelers in this linked article:
https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/taxation/vat/vat-directive/vat-refunds_en
Can I get a tax refund on the new iPhone 16 if I purchase it from UK?
