Why is there a $30 Activation surchages at the Apple store?
Can i buy a new iphone 15 pro without paying the acivation fee at the Apple store?
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I couldn't reply to the other question, it's very old now & archived but has wrong top answer.
This fee is charged by Apple and not your career, so it's essentially hidden price of the phone and goes directly to apple.
If you are activating phone with a provider, however, they waive this additional charge.
But it is NOT activation fee as apple is trying to market.
For example in my case, I am on pre-paid plan and there is no activation fee. I asked Apple store representative and they told me I have to pay Apple this $30 fee.
I hope this helps everyone who is looking for right answer.
