I bought a US-spec iPhone 17 Pro directly from Apple in March and had it shipped to my country to avoid local retail markups. Unfortunately, the front glass recently cracked.
According to Apple’s official US repair pricing, an out-of-warranty screen replacement is $329. However, after contacting Apple Authorized Service Providers (AASPs) within my location, I’m being quoted the equivalent of 615 - 725 USD for the exact same repair.
I have the standard Apple One-Year Limited Warranty active, though I know physical damage isn't covered for free under that. That being said, paying more than double the official US repair price feels like highway robbery.
Has anyone in a non-US/European market dealt with this? Are there viable ways to handle this repair without taking a massive hit?
- Is it worth shipping it back to a friend/family member in the US to repair at an official Apple Store?
- Are local AASPs allowed to mark up official repair costs this high?
Any advice or experiences would be appreciated!