Is it worth buying the iPhone 18 Pro or the new iPhone Duo in the United States? In most of Latin America and in Spain, yes. The iPhone 18 Pro costs 1,199 USD in the US, compared with around 1,650 USD in Mexico or Spain and over 2,200 USD in Brazil. And if you have it delivered to our Delaware warehouse, one of the few states with no sales tax, you pay no sales tax (other states add between 5% and 10%). Here's how much you save in your country, which model to choose, what to check before buying and how we ship it to you.
In short
- US prices: iPhone 18 Pro from 1,199 USD, 18 Pro Max from 1,299 USD and iPhone Duo (foldable) from 1,999 USD.
- No sales tax: with your address at our Delaware warehouse, you pay the price you see, without the 5-10% other states add.
- iPhone Duo: pre-orders from 16 October and on sale from 23 October.
- Before you buy: the US model is eSIM only, the warranty may be limited to the country of purchase and you'll pay your country's import taxes on arrival.
- If your card is declined by the US store, with Buy for me we buy it for you.
The 2026 iPhones: models and dates
On 9 September 2026, Apple unveiled three models (there's no standard iPhone 18 this year):
- iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max: on sale since 18 September in over 65 countries, with storage from 256 GB to 2 TB.
- iPhone Duo: the first foldable iPhone. Pre-orders from 16 October and on sale from 23 October. It works with eSIM only.
Stock of the iPhone Duo is likely to be tight in the first few days. If you want one at launch, have your US address ready before 16 October.
How much do you save? iPhone prices in the US and in your country
Official launch prices for the entry version (256 GB), converted to dollars at the 5 October 2026 exchange rate:
| Country | 18 Pro | 18 Pro Max | iPhone Duo |
|---|---|---|---|
| US (Delaware, no sales tax) | 1,199 USD | 1,299 USD | 1,999 USD |
| Mexico | 1,646 USD | 1,756 USD | 2,634 USD |
| Chile | 1,569 USD | 1,720 USD | 2,530 USD |
| Colombia | 1,744 USD | 1,897 USD | — |
| Brazil | 2,296 USD | 2,488 USD | 4,210 USD |
| Spain | 1,648 USD | 1,817 USD | 2,624 USD |
| Argentina* | 1,979 USD | 2,144 USD | 3,496 USD |
| Peru* | 1,884 USD | 2,029 USD | — |
Starting prices announced by Apple in each country. *Argentina and Peru: authorised reseller prices. In the US, the unlocked version (no carrier) may cost slightly more than the "from" price. "—": no official price in that country yet.
The difference is between 370 and 1,100 USD per phone before shipping and your country's taxes. To see your real saving, add shipping from Delaware (work it out with our shipping calculator) and your country's import taxes.
Why no sales tax? The Delaware advantage
In the US, the price on the website doesn't include sales tax. It's added at checkout based on the delivery state, and in most states it's between 5% and 10%. Delaware has no sales tax (like New Hampshire, Oregon and Montana), so if the store delivers to our Delaware warehouse, you pay exactly the advertised price. On an iPhone Duo, that's up to 200 USD less. We explain it in detail in how to shop in the US with no sales tax.
Before buying your iPhone in the US: 5 checks
- eSIM only: US iPhones haven't had a physical SIM tray since the iPhone 14. Make sure your carrier supports eSIM.
- Buy the unlocked model (no carrier) so it works with any network in your country.
- Coverage: it works on 4G and 5G networks in over 200 countries. Only the 5G mmWave band is US-exclusive, and it isn't used in Latin America or Europe.
- Warranty: Apple's iPhone warranty may be limited to the country of purchase. Keep this in mind or consider AppleCare+.
- Taxes on arrival: you'll pay your country's import taxes. In Spain, for example, phones pay no duty but do pay 21% VAT. In Argentina, Decree 604/2026 sets a 400 USD allowance per shipment. For Mexico, see the details in this customs tax guide.
How to buy your iPhone in the US and get it delivered home
- Get your US address in under a minute: sign up here.
- Buy from Apple, Best Buy, Amazon.com or any store you like using our Delaware warehouse address.
- We receive it and let you know. If you like, we combine it with other US purchases (accessories, AirPods, clothes…) so you pay for a single shipment.
- We ship it to you with tracking, right to your door.
Card declined by the US store? Buy for me
Many US stores, Apple included, reject cards issued abroad or ask for a US billing address. With our Buy for me service:
- Send us the link to the exact model (colour, storage, unlocked version).
- We buy it for you as soon as it's available, including the iPhone Duo pre-order on 16 October.
- You pay us and we pay the store. No card issues.
Have your US address ready before 16 October
Buy your iPhone with no sales tax in Delaware and get it delivered to your country. Memberships from €1.64/month with a 14-day trial and money-back guarantee.
Planning to shop the end-of-year deals too? Check the Black Friday 2026 dates and combine all your US purchases into one shipment.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the iPhone 18 Pro cost in the United States?
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at 1,199 USD, the 18 Pro Max at 1,299 USD and the foldable iPhone Duo at 1,999 USD. If you have it delivered to Delaware, you pay no sales tax.
Will an iPhone bought in the US work in my country?
Yes, on 4G and 5G networks in over 200 countries. Just note that it only supports eSIM, so your carrier must offer it. Always buy the unlocked version.
When is the iPhone Duo released?
Pre-orders open on 16 October 2026 and sales start on 23 October.
Why don't I pay sales tax when I buy with MDE?
Because our warehouse is in Delaware, one of the US states with no sales tax. The store calculates tax based on the delivery address, and in Delaware it's 0%.
Do I have to pay taxes when the iPhone arrives in my country?
Usually, yes. Each country charges its own import taxes (VAT, duties or fees) when the parcel comes in. Work out the total cost before buying to see how much you save.
What if the US store declines my card?
With our Buy for me service, we make the purchase for you: you pay us and we pay the store.
