Apple updates a dedicated webpage for its 2026 sales tax holidays, detailing when customers in 10 U.S. states can buy select products without paying state sales tax. The timing varies by state, with the holiday period running between July 17 and August 20 depending on location, and specific dates are listed on Apple’s site. Customers can shop both online and in Apple stores during the eligible windows. According to Apple, tax savings may not show during checkout, but are reflected on the final receipt.
Eligibility differs across states, including product lists and price caps in some cases. Commonly eligible items include select Macs, iPads, and related accessories. Apple also lists that the iPhone and Apple Vision Pro can be eligible in a few states, depending on local rules. The states named across the coverage are Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Coverage also notes that the tax-free sales can potentially be combined with Apple’s Back to School promotion for students when purchasing eligible Macs or iPads, depending on promotion availability.
