How to set up a redirect to Xiaomi Redmi: the full guide

Managing incoming calls on Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones requires a detailed understanding of system settings, especially when the standard mode of operation is not suitable for the user. Often, you need to redirect the call to another number to avoid missing an important conversation in a low-coverage area or during a meeting. MIUI implemented through standard cellular protocols, but has its own interface features.

Owners of Chinese brand devices may find that the settings menu looks different from that of pure Android, or some items are hidden in the depths of system partitions. The correct configuration of this feature allows you to flexibly manage subscriber availability. Next, we will discuss all the available ways to activate call redirections, including hidden codes and system restrictions.

It is worth noting that the quality of this option depends on your mobile operator. The smartphone only sends a command to the network server, and further routing is carried out by the provider. So before setting up, make sure that the forwarding service is activated on the operator side and there are funds on the account to pay for it, if the tariff is not unlimited.

The main types of call forwarding

The mobile system offers several scenarios in which an incoming call can be redirected to another number. Understanding the difference between them is critical to the proper operation of the communication. On the Xiaomi menu, these options are often hidden behind generic names, but technically they correspond to standard GSM codes.

The first type is unconditional forwarding, in which case all incoming calls are instantly redirected to the specified number without causing vibration or sound on your device, the subscriber will not even hear the beeps, since the network will redirect the connection even before dialing to the final device.

• 📞 Redirection in employment – the call will go to another number if you are talking to someone else.
• ⏳ No response redirect – it will work if you don’t pick up the phone after a certain number of horns.
• 🚫 Redirection when unavailable – activated when the phone is off or out of network coverage.

The second type is line redirection, which is useful for business subscribers who can't afford to let customers through during a conversation, and the third option is redirection in the absence of a response, the system waits for a certain timeout (usually 15-30 seconds), and if the phone is not raised, the call goes further.

⚠️ Note: When using forwarding to other operators or roaming zones, additional charges may be charged according to your carrier's tariffs.

The fourth type, which is often combined with the previous ones, is forwarding when a subscriber is unavailable. If a Redmi smartphone is turned off, in flight mode, or just catches a signal only for emergency calls, the network will automatically redirect the call, which is the most reliable way to stay connected when traveling.

Configure through the system menu of the phone

The easiest and safest way to change redirect settings is to use the built-in MIUI shell interface, which does not require root rights or third-party software, but the path to settings can vary depending on the Android version and the specific smartphone model.

Open the standard Phone app, which usually has a green handset as an icon. The top right corner of the screen is a three-dot menu or a gear settings. Clicking on this element will take you to the call configuration section. Here we are interested in "Call Accounts" or "Call Settings."

In the list that opens, select yours. SIM-If you have two cards installed, then you can find the "Redirect" section, and the system will try to read the current settings from the network, which can take a few seconds. If the network responds successfully, you will see the four main options described in the previous section.

To activate the function, click on the type you want (e.g., Always Redirect) and enter the phone number to which the calls will go. Remember to add the country and operator code if the number is not in the phone book. After entering, click "Enable" or "Install".

It is important to understand that the redirect status is not instantly updated. Between pressing the button and actually turning on the service on the network side, it can take from 5 to 30 seconds. If the status does not change, try to exit the menu and log in again, or reboot the device.

If you use two-sim Xiaomi, remember that the settings apply separately for each. SIM-Changing the settings on the first SIM will not affect the second SIM, allowing you to flexibly adjust the logic of the work for personal and work numbers.

Use of the USSD-code-in

For experienced users or in cases where the phone menu is not working properly, there is a universal method of customizing through the phone. USSD-These codes are sent directly to the operator's network, bypassing the software interfaces of the smartphone. This is the most reliable way, because it works even on push-button phones.

To activate unconditional forwarding, open dialer and enter **21*phone number#. Instead of texting "phone number " substitute the desired contact in international format. After dialing, press the call button. You will receive a confirmation message from the network.

To cancel all types of redirects, there is a universal code ##002#, which completely clears all previously installed redirects and returns calls to normal mode, a "nuclear" reset option that is guaranteed to disable all redirect services.

The current status check is done with *#21#. Once you have this combination, you will see a window on the screen that lists all the active redirect services and the numbers they are configured to, which is a quick way to make sure that the settings are applied correctly.

Sometimes the carriers block some of the USSD-If the code does not work and gives an error in the execution of the request, contact your provider for support.

⚠️ Please note: Enter phone numbers strictly in an international format (e.g, +7900...), otherwise the redirect may not work or be directed to the wrong subscriber.

Configure with the Mi Dialer app

Global versions of MIUI and HyperOS use the standard Google Dialer, which has its own settings interface. The Chinese versions and some regional builds run native Mi Dialer. The algorithms are similar, but the layout of the elements may differ.

In the Mi Dialer app, go to settings by clicking on three dots in the corner. Select "Call settings." Here you will see a list of installed SIM-Stick to the right one to open the settings tree, and items can be called "Additional settings" or "Operator Services".

Mi Dialer interface often loads forwarding data dynamically. If you see a load indicator (a spinner spinning), wait for it to end. If the download is frozen, check the Internet connection, as some parameters can be requested through the data channel, although the main command goes through the voice channel.

Xiaomi's feature is that it can set up redirects for video calls separately from voice calls, and some models have this set up in a separate sub-menu "Video Calls," so make sure you don't set up video-only redirects, leaving voice calls unaddressed if you're planning a comprehensive solution.

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Keep a screenshot of your current redirect settings before changing them, which will help you quickly restore your original state if the new configuration is uncomfortable or incorrect.

If the menu does not include the "Redirection" item, it is possible that your SIM-The card does not support displaying these settings in the interface, or the operator has blocked access to them. USSD-codes described above.

Problems with redirection and their solution

Despite the standardization of protocols, Redmi users often experience setup errors, the most common problem being the message "Request Fulfillment Error" or "Redirect settings failed to change," which does not always mean that the phone is broken.

Often, the reason lies in a conflict of network settings, for example, if you have VoLTE enabled. 4G), Older forwarding protocols may not work properly. Try temporarily switching network mode to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Preferred type of network on "3G preferably" or "2G/3G", set up a redirect and then return 4G/LTE.

• 🚫 Blocking by the operator – the service may be paid or require activation.
• 📡 Signal problems – weak signal interrupts handshake with network when set up.
• 🔄 Shell glitch MIUI — temporary failure of the telephony system process.

Another reason may be that incoming calls are blocked, if the number is blocked from all incoming calls, it may not be possible to set up redirects, check the "Block" section in the call settings, and make sure that the number where you are forwarding calls is not prohibited from receiving calls from unknown or hidden numbers, if applicable.

In rare cases, network resets help. Go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth. Note: this action will remove stored Wi-Fi passwords and paired Bluetooth devices, but return network settings to factory values, which often eliminates software conflicts.

⚠️ Note: Resetting your network settings will not delete your personal data, photos or apps, but you will have to re-enter passwords from Wi-Fi networks.

Specificity of work in roaming and abroad

Using redirects outside the operator’s home network (roaming) has its own financial and technical features.