Where to see the IMEI number on Xiaomi phone: step-by-step instructions for all models

Are you trying to activate a SIM card, sell a phone or verify its authenticity, but you can't find IMEI on a Xiaomi keyboard?This unique 15-digit code is like a device's passport: it's needed to identify the operator's network, lock in the loss and even for warranty maintenance.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can learn IMEI on Xiaomi, from the classic *#06# codeset to the hidden engineering mode menus, with a special focus on dual SIM models, where there can be two IMEIs, and phones without a physical keyboard (such as the Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Redmi Note 12 Pro+).

1. Classic method: code *#06# on the keyboard

The fastest method is to use the built-in command.It works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including older models (Redmi 4X, Mi A1) and new flagships (Xiaomi 14, POCO F6 Pro).

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the phone application** (telephone icon).
• 🔢 Dial the combination: *#06# (star-grid-zero-six-grating).
• 📝 One or two numbers will appear on the screen. IMEI (depends on the number of SIM cards).

Important: If nothing happens after code is dialed, check:

• 🔋 Battery level (at a charge below 5%, some functions are blocked).
• 📶 Network availability (in rare cases, the command requires a connection to the operator).
• 🛠️ Software updates (on older versions) MIUI There could be bugs with the display IMEI).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models with custom firmware (e.g. LineageOS) may not have the *#06# code, in which case use alternative methods from the following sections.

2.Where to view IMEI in phone settings

If the keyboard doesn't respond to commands or you prefer a visual interface, you can find IMEI in the settings menu, which is suitable for all devices on MIUI 12/13/14 and HyperOS.

Path to the menu:

1. Open the settings (cog icon).
2. Go to About Phone (or About Device on New Versions).
3. Select all characteristics (or general information).
4. Scroll down to the IMEI block.

Open "Settings"

Find the About Phone section.

Select "All characteristics"

Scroll to the block "IMEI"-->

Two SIM cards (Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, POCO X5 Pro) will display two IMEIs here — one for each slot. The first number corresponds to SIM card 1, the second — SIM card 2.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global Stable for European market) section All features can be called Hardware info or Status. IMEI — Use the search by settings (the magnifying glass icon at the top of the screen).

3. IMEI on the box and under the battery: physical methods

If the phone is not switched on or locked, the IMEI number can be found without the system starting, and the manufacturer duplicates it in two places:

1.On the original box

• 📦 Look at the barcode sticker (usually on the bottom of the box).
• 🔍 IMEI listed next to the serial number (S/N) and the model code (Model).
• 📌 There will be two SIM cards on two phones. IMEI (IMEI1 and IMEI2).

2. Under a removable battery (relevant for older models)

• 🔋 Turn off the phone and remove the back cover.
• 🛠️ Remove the battery (if it is removable).
• 📜 There's a sticker under the battery. IMEI serial number.

Important: If the battery sticker is erased or the box is lost and the phone is not turning on, the only way to know the IMEI is to contact Xiaomi's service center with a check of purchase. Without IMEI, it will be extremely difficult to restore access to the device.

4. How to find out IMEI through the Engineering Menu (for advanced)

If standard methods fail, you can try to extract IMEI through the Engineering Mode, which is suitable for models based on Qualcomm processors (Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X3 GT) and MediaTek (Redmi 9T, POCO M4 Pro).

Instructions for Qualcomm:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Dial: ##4636###.
3. Select Phone Information.
4. Scroll down to the IMEI block.

Instructions for MediaTek:

1. Type # #36446337## (or #3644633## on new models).
2. Go to the Connectivity tab.
3. Choose. CDS Information → Radio Information.
4. The IMEI will be displayed in the string AT+EGMR=1.7 (for the first SIM card) and AT+EGMR=1.10 (for the second).

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If the engineering menu doesn’t open, check if it’s disabled in the developer settings. Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and tap it 7 times on the build number.

⚠️ Warning: Don't change the settings in the engineering menu unless you understand their purpose! Incorrect settings can lead to network loss or software failure. For example, changing the Band Mode settings can make the phone invisible to cell towers.

5. IMEI verification via computer (ADB and Mi Flash)

If the phone is on but the screen is not responsive to touch (for example, after a fall), the IMEI can be extracted via the computer using the ADB or Mi Flash Tool.

Method 1: ADB (Android Debug Bridge)

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (enable USB debugging in the developer settings).
2. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Mac/Linux).
3. Enter the command adb shell service call iphonesubinfo 3
4. IMEI will be displayed in Result: Parcel format (0000000000000000000000000000000000000000012345) (the last 15 digits are IMEI).

Method 2: Using the Mi Flash Tool

• 🖥️ Download and install the Mi Flash Tool.
• 📱 Connect your phone in Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down) + Power with the device switched off).
• 🔍 In the program, press Refresh — IMEI will appear in the list of connected devices.

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Use ADB only if you are confident in your actions. Incorrect commands can lead to a reset or lock the bootloader.

6 What to do if IMEI is missing or incorrect

If you have found that the IMEI:

• 🚫 Absent (empty field or Null),
• ❌ Unbelievers (e.g. all zeros: 000000000000000000000000),
• 🔄 Duplicate (both) IMEI dual SIM),

This could mean:

• 🛠️ Software failure after firmware or reset.
• 📱 Fake device (a Xiaomi clone without the original chip).
• 🔧 Damage to the communication module (for example, after falling).

Decisions:

1. Restart your phone – sometimes the IMEI is temporarily not displayed due to a system glitch.
2. Update the software through Settings → Update the system.
3. Restore. IMEI through the Engineering Menu (for experienced users only!): AT +EGMR=1,7,"Yours_IMEI_1" AT +EGMR=1,10,"Yours_IMEI_2" Note: This requires root access and original IMEI box!
4. Contact the service center – if the IMEI is missing after repair (for example, replacing the motherboard), it can only be restored with the help of special equipment.

⚠️ Attention: Self-modification IMEI For no good reason (e.g., recovery from a failure) is prohibited by law in most countries, including Russia, which amounts to forging device identification data and can result in a fine.

7. Frequent questions about IMEI on Xiaomi