Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on 9 September 2026, and you can now buy both at iStore outlets in Lagos and Abuja.
You also don't have to pay the full price on the day you buy. Credit Direct Checkout lets you pay part of the price upfront and spread the rest over up to 6 months while you use the phone.
This guide shows what the phones cost in Nigeria and how your credit limit shapes your monthly payment.
Is the iPhone 18 available in Nigeria?
Yes, but only the Pro models for now.
Apple split its 2026 launch in two. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max came out first, in September 2026. The standard iPhone 18 is expected in spring 2027. So when a store says "iPhone 18" today, it means the Pro or the Pro Max. Apple also announced a foldable phone called the iPhone Duo, but it sits in a much higher price bracket and isn't covered here.
Apple doesn't run its own store in Nigeria. It sells through Apple Authorised Resellers, and iStore is one of them. Buying from an authorised reseller gives you a genuine phone with proper after-sales support.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max price in Nigeria
Apple's US prices start at $1,199 for the iPhone 18 Pro and $1,299 for the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Both prices are for 256GB of storage. Nigerian prices run much higher once import costs and the exchange rate come in.
Here's what early Nigerian retail prices look like for the 256GB models:
More storage costs more money. The 512GB Pro Max, for example, sells for around ₦2.9 million to ₦3.4 million.
Prices move with the naira. Check the current price at iStore before you set your budget.
What's new on the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max
Both phones run on Apple's new A20 Pro chip, built on a 2nm process. In plain terms, it's faster than last year's chip and uses less power, which helps battery life.
The biggest camera upgrade is a main camera with variable aperture. That means the phone can control how much light gets into the lens, the way a professional camera does. You get sharper low-light photos and more control over blurry backgrounds.
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Pro or Pro Max: which should you pick?
Pick the Pro if you want a phone that sits comfortably in one hand. You still get the same chip and the same cameras as the bigger model.
Pick the Pro Max if battery life matters most. Its larger body holds a larger battery, and the bigger screen suits people who watch a lot of video. Expect to pay roughly ₦300,000 to ₦400,000 more for it.
If neither fits your budget right now, an older iPhone can still give you a great experience for far less. See our iPhone 11 price and instalment guide or compare brands in iPhone vs Samsung vs Infinix vs Tecno.
How to pay for the iPhone 18 Pro in instalments
Completing a BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) purchase with Credit Direct Checkout works in two parts. First, you make a down payment. Then Checkout covers the balance, and you repay it monthly for up to 6 months.
The minimum down payment is 25% of the price. On a phone this expensive, though, your credit limit decides your real down payment. Checkout gives you up to ₦1 million in shopping credit, and whatever your limit doesn't cover becomes your down payment.
Here's how that plays out on an iPhone 18 Pro priced at ₦2,400,000:
*This example splits the balance evenly and leaves out interest and any fees. You see your exact monthly repayment at checkout before you agree to anything.
Want the Pro Max instead? The same rule applies. At ₦2,800,000 with a ₦1,000,000 limit, you'd pay ₦1,800,000 down and about ₦166,667 a month.
The pattern is simple. A higher limit means a smaller down payment. That's why you should check your limit before you visit iStore. It takes less than 5 minutes.
New to paying for phones this way? Our guide on how to buy any phone on instalment in Nigeria explains the basics.
How to buy the iPhone 18 at iStore with Credit Direct Checkout
- Check your limit. Go to the Know Your Limit page and find out how much shopping credit you have. It takes under 5 minutes.
- Visit iStore. Find your nearest outlet on the iStore merchant page.
- Choose your phone and pay with Checkout. Pick your iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max. At payment, select Credit Direct Checkout.
- Make your down payment. Complete a quick verification, and Checkout covers the balance with your available credit.
Where to find iStore in Nigeria
Phone numbers and opening hours for each outlet are on the iStore merchant page. Call ahead to confirm your model and colour are in stock.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the iPhone 18 Pro in Nigeria? Early retail prices for the 256GB iPhone 18 Pro range from about ₦2.25 million to ₦2.5 million. The 256GB iPhone 18 Pro Max sells for about ₦2.55 million to ₦2.9 million. Prices change with the exchange rate, so confirm the current price at iStore.
Can I buy the iPhone 18 on an installment plan in Nigeria? Yes. At iStore, you can pay with Credit Direct Checkout. You make a down payment and spread the balance over up to 6 months.
How much down payment do I need for the iPhone 18 Pro? The minimum is 25% of the price. On an iPhone 18 Pro, your credit limit usually sets a higher figure, because Checkout credit goes up to ₦1 million. For a ₦2.4 million phone with a ₦1 million limit, you'd pay ₦1.4 million down.
Is the standard iPhone 18 out in Nigeria? Not yet. Apple released the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in September 2026. The standard iPhone 18 is expected in spring 2027.
Is iStore an official Apple store? iStore is an Apple Authorised Reseller in Nigeria. Apple doesn't run its own stores here, so authorised resellers are the official way to buy a new iPhone.
How long does it take to check my credit limit? Less than 5 minutes on the Know Your Limit page.
Know your limit before you go
The iPhone 18 Pro is a big purchase. Your credit limit decides how much you pay at the counter and how much you spread over the next 6 months. So find that number first.
It takes less than 5 minutes. Then you can walk into iStore knowing exactly what you'll pay today and what you'll pay each month.
Check your shopping credit limit now
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