Can Apple India help import a certified refurbished iPad from the USA?

I’m a student from India, and I’m interested in buying a Certified Refurbished iPad that’s currently listed on the Apple USA website. Unfortunately, it’s not available on the Apple India Refurbished Store.


This iPad is very important for my education, and I have a sponsor who is kindly supporting me in buying it. I want to know:


Is there any way Apple India can help me get that refurbished iPad from the USA — either by importing it through an Apple-authorized store or through any official process?


I am ready to pay any applicable duties or fees, and I truly need this for my academic journey.


Any suggestions, experiences, or official insights would be greatly appreciated.


Thank you!



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Original Title: Hi everyone.

Posted on Jun 13, 2025 1:40 AM

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Posted on Jun 13, 2025 1:49 AM

Apple will not export or dispatch internationally to an overseas address. Apple will also not dispatch to a known freight forwarder.


Unless you can find someone in the US who is willing to purchase on your behalf - and then privately send the package to you in India - your not be able to purchase from Apple unless you are in the country of purchase. Apple also requires that the online purchases are made using an acceptable payment method that is registered/issued within the country of purchase (e.g., for online purchases in the US, you might require a Credit Card issued in the US).


Be aware that if you do know someone willing to purchase and send the iPad to you, it must be accompanied with the correct documentation for assessment of tax import duty in India.

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Jun 13, 2025 1:49 AM in response to faritha112

Apple will not export or dispatch internationally to an overseas address. Apple will also not dispatch to a known freight forwarder.


Unless you can find someone in the US who is willing to purchase on your behalf - and then privately send the package to you in India - your not be able to purchase from Apple unless you are in the country of purchase. Apple also requires that the online purchases are made using an acceptable payment method that is registered/issued within the country of purchase (e.g., for online purchases in the US, you might require a Credit Card issued in the US).


Be aware that if you do know someone willing to purchase and send the iPad to you, it must be accompanied with the correct documentation for assessment of tax import duty in India.

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