How to quickly find out the phone number on the Xiaomi smartphone: the complete guide

You just bought the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5 Pro, put it in. SIM-Do you remember the number that was attached to the card? Did you switch to a tariff with a different number and forget to write it down? SIM-Fortunately, there are at least 7 ways to find out your phone number on Xiaomi smartphones, and most of them take less than a minute.

In this article, we will analyze all current methods - from standard settings MIUI to little-known tricks with USSD-We'll focus on the nuances of the two, and even the options for when the phone is not switched on or locked. SIM-And then you get maps, virtual operators and eSIM. FAQ answering the most common questions, such as why a number might not appear in the settings or how to find it on Xiaomi without the need to SIM-map.

1. Standard method: through MIUI settings

The most obvious and quick method is to look at the number in the settings menu, which works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones with current versions of MIUI 12-14 (including global and Chinese firmware).

  1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop).
  2. Go to About Phone (or About Phone in English).
  3. Select Status item SIM-cards SIM status).
  4. Press the right one. SIM-card (if there are several) โ€“ the number will appear in the line My phone number.

โš ๏ธ Note: Some firmware (especially Chinese) may have different paths. SIM-No map, try an alternative route:

Settings โ†’ SIM- Maps and Mobile Networks โ†’ [Select SIM] โ†’ Phone Number

Also note that on Xiaomi with MIUI 14 and later, the interface may vary slightly depending on the region. For example, in the European versions, the About phone section is sometimes called All specs.

Open "Settings"

Find the "About the Phone" section or "SIM-map"

Select "Status" SIM-map"

Make sure the number is displayed (if not, see Section 3)

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2. USSD-Codes: a universal method for all operators

If the number does not appear in the settings (for example, due to a failure) MIUI or the nature of the tariff, help will come USSD-These are short commands that are sent to the operator and return information about your number, and the main advantage of the method is that it works even without the Internet and on locked phones (if the call screen is unlocked).

Here's the actual USSD-codes for popular Russian and international operators:

Operator.USSD-codeNote
MTS*111*0887# or *205#Some rates only work *205#
Beeline*110*10# or *321#*321# shows balance and number
MegaFon*205# or *105*600#*105*600# - an alternative to old rates
Tele2.*205# or *152#*152# may not work on virtual SIM
Yota*100#Only the physical SIM-map

๐Ÿ”น How to enter USSD-Xiaomi:

  1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
  2. Go to the keyboard tab (if the latest calls are open).
  3. Enter the code (e.g. *111*0887#) and press the call button (green handset).
  4. Wait for your SMS number (it will arrive within 1-5 seconds).

โš ๏ธ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (particularly Chinese) USSD-codes may not work due to operator restrictions, in which case try to enter the code through the Messages app (create a new one). SMS Enter the code in the recipient field).

MTS

Beeline

MegaFon

Tele2.

Yota

Other (write in the comments)

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3. Why can the number not appear in the settings?

Sometimes users are faced with the fact that in the section Status SIM-It's a card instead of a phone number, it's a text or a text that says, "Nobody knows," and there are a number of reasons, and most of them are easily fixed:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ New SIM-card: If you have just activated the card, the number data can be updated up to 24 hours. Try restarting the phone or manually updating the network in the settings (Settings) โ†’ SIM-map โ†’ [Choose. SIM] โ†’ Update the network).
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Synchronization failure: B MIUI Sometimes there's a sync error with the operator. Solution: turn on/off Flight Mode for 10 seconds or reboot your smartphone.
  • ๐ŸŒ Virtual operator: On cards like Tinkoff Mobile, SberMobile or Loco, the number may not appear in the settings. USSD-codes or check the number in the operatorโ€™s personal account.
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Brush firmware: If you have installed an unofficial version MIUI (For example, xiaomi.eu, the number display function can be disabled. Try resetting the network settings (Settings) โ†’ SIM-map โ†’ Resetting network settings).

๐Ÿ’ก Useful advice: If the number is not displayed in the settings, or through USSD, but calls and SMS work, try to call another phone - your number will appear on the screen of the subscriber you are calling.

What to do if USSD-codes don't work?
If, after input, USSD-When you receive a response, โ€œService is not availableโ€ or โ€œExecution errorโ€, the reasons may be as follows: 1. Blocking by the operator: some virtual operators (for example, Freedom Mobile) disable USSD-The solution is to use the personal account on the operator's website. 2. Firmware restrictions: on the Chinese versions MIUI rootless USSD-The solution is to install global firmware or use an application. USSD Runner from Google Play. 3. Wrong format: make sure you enter code with * and # characters. For example, 1110887 without stars will not work.

4. Alternative methods: through applications and personal account

If the standard methods donโ€™t work, use one of these options:

๐Ÿ“ฑ Operator's application

Most operators have official apps where the number is displayed on the home screen:

  • MTS: My MTS (screen cap number).
  • Beeline: My Beeline (My tariff section)
  • MegaFon: MegaFon (Balance tab).
  • Tele2: My Tele2 (Section My Number)

๐Ÿ’ป Personal account on the website

Go to the operator's website through a browser on Xiaomi and log in by phone number (if you remember it) or through the Login / password. The number will be indicated in the profile.

  • MTS: https://login.mts.ru
  • Beeline: https://moskva.beeline.ru
  • MegaFon: https://lk.megafon.ru
  • Tele2: https://lk.tele2.ru

๐Ÿ“ง Postbox (for eSIM)

If you use eSIM (for example, on Xiaomi 13 Lite or Redmi K60), the number comes to your email when activated. Check the Inbox or Spam folder in the mail that you specified when you signed up.

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If you forgot the password from the operatorโ€™s personal account, restore it via SMS. You do not need to know your number - just enter the passport details or answer to a secret question (if it was asked during registration).

5. How to find out the number on a blocked Xiaomi?

Situation: the phone is locked (forgot the pattern lock or PIN-I need to get a number right away:

  1. Call from another phone: Dial your number (if you remember) from another device. On a locked Xiaomi, you will see an incoming call with your number.
  2. Use Emergency Call: On the Lock screen, press Emergency Call โ†’ enter USSD-operator code (e.g, *111*0887# for MTS) โ†’ press the call. The number will come to SMS (unless notices are blocked).
  3. Connect to PC: If Xiaomi has USB debugging enabled, plug it into your computer and use ADB to pull the number out of system files.This is the only way if the phone is completely locked and not answering calls.

โš ๏ธ Attention: Method with ADB Requires pre-setting of debugging (Settings) โ†’ The phone. โ†’ Version. MIUI โ†’ 7 times press to activate the developer mode. If you haven't enabled this feature beforehand, the method won't work.

๐Ÿ”ง For advanced users: If you have a backup MIUI (done through settings โ†’ Additionally. โ†’ Backup, the number can be extracted from the backup file. Use the Mi Backup Extractor program (available on GitHub).

6. Features for two SIM-maps and eSIMs

On Xiaomi smartphones with support for two physical SIM-Cards (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+ 5G) combination SIM + eSIM (like Xiaomi) 13T Pro) the number check process is nuanced.

๐Ÿ”ข Two physical SIM-map

  • In settings (Status) SIM-maps) numbers are displayed separately for each card (SIM 1 and SIM 2).
  • USSD-The codes are only active for SIM-card (the one you selected for the default calls) to check the number two SIM, Make it temporary in the settings (Settings) โ†’ SIM-map โ†’ Choice SIM default).
  • If one of them SIM-cards of a virtual operator (for example, SberMobile), its number may not appear in the settings - use the operator's application.

๐Ÿ“ฒ eSIM (built-in) SIM-map)

On models with eSIM support (Xiaomi 12T, POCO F5 Pro and later), the number is checked as follows:

  1. Go to Settings. โ†’ SIM-maps and mobile networks โ†’ eSIM.
  2. Select your eSIM profile โ€“ the number will be listed in the Information section.
  3. If the number is not displayed, update your eSIM profile through an operator application (e.g. MTS Connect or MegaFon eSIM).

๐Ÿ’ก Important: When reinstalling MIUI If you reset your eSIM profile, it can be deactivated. QR-activation code sent by the operator!

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On Xiaomi with eSIM, the phone number is tied to the operatorโ€™s profile, not to the device itself. When changing the phone, just move the eSIM โ€“ the number will remain the same.

7.How to find a number without access to the phone?

If Xiaomi is lost, broken, or you canโ€™t use it for a while, there are a few ways to find out the number:

  • ๐Ÿ“„ Contract with the operator: The number is indicated in the documents you received when you purchased SIM-cards (if retained).
  • ๐Ÿ’ณ Bank card: If SIM-The card is linked to a bank account (for example, for SMS-notifications), the number can be specified in the mobile bank or through the online chat support of the bank.
  • ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Social networks: Some services (such as VKontakte or WhatsApp) display your phone number in your profile settings. Sign in to another device.
  • ๐Ÿ“ง Email notifications: Look for emails from the operator with greetings or checks for payment โ€“ it usually indicates the number.

โš ๏ธ If you have lost your phone and want to lock it SIM-card, not knowing the number, contact the communication salon with the passport. The operator will find all the cards registered on you according to the document.

๐Ÿ” For Xiaomi owners with Mi Account: If you were logged in to Mi Account on your phone, try finding the device through Find Device (https://i.mi.com). The device information sometimes displays a tied number (if synchronization is enabled).

FAQ: Frequent questions about the phone number on Xiaomi

๐Ÿ”น Why Xiaomi doesnโ€™t show phone number in settings SIM-map?
This is a typical problem for virtual operators (such as Tinkoff Mobile or Loco) and for some Chinese firmware. MIUI. Solutions: Try it. USSD-Your operator code (see section 2). MIUI Up to the latest version (Settings) โ†’ Update system. Install global firmware (if you have a Chinese version). If nothing works, contact the operator - maybe the problem is on their side.
๐Ÿ”น Can I find out the phone number on Xiaomi without SIM-map?
No, not physically. SIM-You can't identify the card or eSIM number because it's tied to the operator's communications module, but you can: View the number in the contract with the operator, restore access to the operator's personal account via email or passport. If the phone has been synced to Mi Account, try to find the information in the backup (via the Mi Account). https://i.mi.com).
๐Ÿ”น How to find the number of the second slot SIM Xiaomi?
If you have a two-sim Xiaomi (like the Redmi Note 10 Pro), do the following: Open Settings โ†’ SIM-maps and mobile networks. Select the second. SIM-map (SIM Press Status SIM-If you don't see the number, use it. USSD-code, having previously made the second SIM-Primary card for calls (Settings) โ†’ SIM-map โ†’ Choice SIM default).
๐Ÿ”น What to do if USSD-The code doesnโ€™t work for Xiaomi?
Reasons and solutions: Wrong code: Check the current USSD for your operator on its official website. Firmware restrictions: On Chinese versions of MIUI USSD can be blocked. The solution is to install global firmware or use the USSD Runner application from Google Play. Virtual operator: Some MVNOs (such as Friedom Mobile) do not support USSD. Use your personal account on the operator's website. Network failure: Reboot your phone or turn off Flight Mode.
๐Ÿ”น Can I find out someone elseโ€™s phone number through Xiaomi?
No, it's not possible without physical access to the device and unlocking. All the methods in this article only work for your number tied to the device. SIM-Attempts to hack or use third-party services to determine someone else's number: Violate the law (Article 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation - violation of the secrecy of correspondence). SIM-Cards are often fraudulent (phishing sites that promise to "find the number by" IMEI"). If you need to contact the owner of the lost Xiaomi, contact the police or the operatorโ€™s salon.