Apple Music and Apple One prices by country — find the cheapest plan

Here's something Apple doesn't advertise: an Apple Music Individual plan costs $10.99/month (about £8.70 / €10.20) in the US. In Turkey, that same plan is the equivalent of roughly $1.50/month. Same songs. Same app. Same Taylor Swift. Just a much smaller dent in your wallet.

This isn't a glitch or a grey area exploit. Apple simply sets prices by region, adjusting for local purchasing power and currency. And those differences are genuinely enormous — we're talking up to 80% cheaper in some countries. So if you're paying full US or UK prices right now, you're leaving real money on the table every single month.

This guide breaks down Apple Music and Apple One prices across the countries with the best deals, tells you what to look for before switching, and explains the straightforward way to actually do it.

What to look for before switching to a cheaper region

Not all cheap Apple pricing regions are created equal. Before you get excited about a $1.50/month plan, here are the four things that actually matter.

1. Payment method compatibility

Apple requires a payment method tied to the region you're buying from. That usually means a local credit card or a gift card purchased in that country. Gift cards are often the easiest workaround — they're available on sites like MyGiftCardSupply or through eBay sellers. Check that gift cards are available and reasonably priced for your target country before committing.

2. Currency stability

Turkey has some of the cheapest Apple prices in the world — but the Turkish lira fluctuates a lot. A plan that costs the equivalent of $1.50 today might cost $2.20 in three months. India and Brazil tend to be more stable cheap options. Factor that in.

3. What's included in Apple One

Apple One bundles vary by region. The Premier tier (which includes Apple Fitness+) isn't available everywhere. Individual and Family tiers are more widely available, but always double-check what's included in the specific country you're targeting before you switch.

4. Whether you need a VPN to access the regional store

To browse and set up an App Store account in a different country, you'll typically need a VPN to match your apparent location. Once your account is set up and your payment method is in place, you don't always need the VPN running to use the service day-to-day — but you'll need it for setup and for any future purchases or renewals done through the browser.

Our top pick: NordVPN for accessing cheaper Apple pricing

We'd recommend NordVPN here, specifically because of its server reliability in the countries where Apple pricing is cheapest. Turkey, India, Brazil, and Mexico are all well-covered — and NordVPN's servers in those regions are fast and consistent, which matters when you're trying to complete an App Store account setup without the page timing out or throwing errors.

The other thing that makes NordVPN the right tool for this job is how straightforward the app is. You're not a network engineer. You just want to briefly appear to be in India, create your Apple ID, and get on with your life. NordVPN makes that a five-minute job, not a forty-five-minute one.

NordVPN costs $3.09/month (about £2.45 / €2.85) on a two-year plan. Given that you could save $8–9/month on Apple Music alone by switching to a cheaper regional price, NordVPN pays for itself after the very first month. It's not even a close call.

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Apple Music and Apple One prices by country — the best deals right now

Here's a look at four of the most popular cheap-pricing regions, what you'll actually pay, and who they're best suited for.

Turkey — the cheapest option, with caveats

Apple Music Individual in Turkey runs about ₺69.99/month — which currently converts to roughly $2.10 (about £1.65 / €1.95). Apple One Individual is around ₺99.99/month, or about $3.00 (about £2.40 / €2.80). Those are extraordinary prices. The catch is currency volatility, and the fact that you'll need Turkish gift cards, which adds a small markup. Best for: bargain hunters who don't mind a bit of faff and can tolerate occasional price fluctuations.

India — stable, cheap, and easy to manage

India is our favourite balance of cheap and stable. Apple Music Individual costs ₹119/month — that's about $1.43 (roughly £1.13 / €1.32). Apple One Individual is ₹195/month, or around $2.35 (about £1.86 / €2.17). Indian Apple gift cards are widely available online, and the rupee doesn't swing as dramatically as the lira. Best for: people who want the best long-term value with minimal hassle.

Brazil — a solid middle ground

Brazil sits between India and US pricing. Apple Music Individual is R$21.90/month, currently about $4.10 (about £3.25 / €3.80). Apple One Individual is R$37.90/month, around $7.10 (about £5.62 / €6.56). Not as dramatic a saving as India or Turkey, but Brazilian gift cards are readily available and Apple's Brazil store is well-stocked. Best for: users who want a meaningful discount without going to the absolute cheapest option.

Mexico — convenient for North American users

Mexico is a particularly natural fit if you're in the US or Canada, because the time zones and App Store content overlap heavily. Apple Music Individual is MX$99/month, about $4.90 (about £3.88 / €4.53). Apple One Individual is MX$179/month, around $8.85 (about £7.00 / €8.17). Still a meaningful saving over US pricing, with very easy gift card access. Best for: North American users who want a simple, lower-friction switch.

Price comparison table

USD equivalents are approximate and based on exchange rates at time of writing. Prices change — always verify before switching.

The verdict: who should buy what

If you want the absolute lowest price and you're comfortable with a bit of setup: Go India. The pricing is genuinely remarkable, the currency is relatively stable, and gift cards aren't hard to find. Pair it with NordVPN to set up your Indian Apple ID, and you're looking at saving over $100/year on Apple Music alone.

If you're in North America and want an easy win: Mexico is your move. The savings are meaningful — roughly 55% cheaper than US Apple Music pricing — and the friction of switching is low. You won't feel like you're doing anything exotic.

If you're a pure value hunter and don't mind monitoring exchange rates: Turkey will give you the most dramatic savings. But go in with eyes open about the lira. Set a calendar reminder to check the exchange rate every quarter.

If you're happy paying full price: Stay where you are. There's nothing wrong with that. But you came to this page for a reason, and now you know what's possible.

And in every case, get NordVPN first. You'll need it for setup, it costs less than a coffee per month on a long plan, and you'll find a dozen other uses for it anyway.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it legal to use a cheaper regional Apple price?

Apple doesn't prohibit it in their Terms of Service in an explicit way, but they do require that your payment method matches your billing country. Using a legitimately purchased gift card from another country is generally considered fine by most legal interpretations. That said, Apple does reserve the right to close accounts they believe are abusing regional pricing — though this is rare for individual personal-use accounts. Use common sense and don't try to resell subscriptions.

Do I need to keep using a VPN after switching regions?

Not for day-to-day listening. Once your Apple ID is set up with an Indian or Turkish address and a corresponding gift card as your payment method, Apple Music just works normally on your devices. You'd only need NordVPN again if you want to make a new purchase through the browser, renew with a new gift card, or access the regional App Store to download apps.

Can I use my existing Apple ID or do I need a new one?

You'll generally need a separate Apple ID registered to the cheaper region. You can't simply change the country on your existing Apple ID without meeting the local payment requirements. The good news is you can be logged into multiple Apple IDs on one device — one for purchases, one for iCloud. It's slightly annoying, but very manageable.

Will my Apple Music library transfer if I switch?

Your music library and playlists live in iCloud and are tied to your Apple ID. If you create a new regional Apple ID just for subscriptions, you'll want to make sure your music library is associated correctly. Most people keep their main Apple ID for iCloud and use the second regional ID purely for the subscription billing. Your library stays intact.

What's the difference between Apple Music and Apple One?

Apple Music is just the music streaming service — think Spotify, but Apple's version. Apple One is a bundle that combines Apple Music with Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and iCloud+ storage (and Apple Fitness+ on Premier tier). If you're already paying for two or more Apple services separately, Apple One almost certainly works out cheaper. The regional pricing advantage applies to both.

Which countries have the cheapest Apple One price?

India is consistently the cheapest for Apple One on a stable, reliable basis. Turkey is technically cheaper on some days but currency fluctuation makes it harder to predict your actual spend. Brazil and Mexico both offer meaningful savings over US and UK pricing if India feels like too much setup for you.

Does NordVPN work with the Apple App Store?

Yes. NordVPN works well for accessing regional App Stores in a browser and for completing the initial Apple ID setup process. Connect to a server in your target country, then go through the Apple ID creation flow. Once that's done, the App Store on your iPhone or Mac will reflect the new region automatically when you're signed into that ID.