How to connect and configure NFC on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: a full guide with photos

The NFC module in Xiaomi Redmi 9T offers opportunities for contactless payments, fast file transfers and smart devices. However, many owners of this budget smartphone face a problem: the function is either missing from the menu or does not work correctly. In this article, we will discuss how to properly activate NFC on Redmi 9T, which versions of the firmware support the technology, and what to do if the module is not determined by the system.

It is important to understand that Redmi 9T It comes in several versions, and not all of them are equipped. NFC-For example, the global version. M2010J19SG It often goes without a module, while European and Chinese versions (M2010J19SC, M2010J19SY) Before setting up, be sure to check the marking of your device - this will save time and nerves.

1.How to check if there is NFC in your Redmi 9T

Before you try to turn on NFC, make sure your smartphone supports this feature at all. There are several ways to check:

• 🔍 View the model marking: go to Settings → The phone. → If there are letters at the end of the title SC, SY or SG marked NFC Specifications – the module is present.
• 📦 Check the box: Xiaomi’s original packaging usually shows support NFC (icon "NFC supported").
• 🔧 Use the Engineering Menu: Enter the ##4636## code in the phone dialer, then select Phone Information and find the line NFC.

If none of the methods have confirmed the presence of the module, most likely your Redmi. 9T released NFC. The only way out is to buy an external NFC-Adapter (e.g. Xiaomi) NFC Tag), but it will only work for reading tags, not for payments.

Step-by-step: How to turn on NFC on Redmi 9T

If there's a module, you can activate it in a few steps. MIUI 12, 13 and 14:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to Connect and Sharing (or Wireless Networks in older versions of MIUI).
3. Slip on the NFC item. If it is not, update the firmware (see section 4).
4. Activate the slider NFC and select the mode of operation: 💳 Reading only - to scan tags; 🔄 Data sharing – to transfer files via Android Beam; 💰 Contactless payments for Google Pay or Mi Pay.

Important: Once the NFC is turned on, the smartphone can discharge a little faster. To save charge, turn off the module when it is not needed, or activate the option Auto Shutdown in the NFC settings.

3.Configure contactless payments via NFC

One of the biggest benefits of NFC is that it can pay for your purchases with a smartphone, which requires:

1. Install the Google Pay app (for international cards) or Mi Pay app (for Chinese banks).
2. Add a bank card to the application and confirm it (usually you need an SMS or a call to the bank).
3. In NFC settings, select Contactless Payments and specify Google Pay/Mi Pay as the default app.
4. When paying, bring the top of the Redmi 9T to the terminal (the NFC antenna is located next to the camera).

A critical nuance for Redmi 9T: if after adding a card to Google Pay payments are not processed, check the region of the phone. To work the service in Settings → Additional → Region should be selected supported region (for example, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan).

4. Update firmware to activate NFC

If you don't have an NFC option in the settings, but you're sure there is a module, the problem may be with the outdated version of MIUI.

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
2. Click Check Updates. If a new version is available, download it.
3. Once installed, restart your phone and check for NFC on the menu.

If automatic updates don’t help, try manual firmware through MIUI Recovery:

1. Download the latest stable firmware for Redmi 9T from https://new.c.mi.com/global/miuidownload/index


2. Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root of the phone's memory




3. Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update, tap the three dots at the top and select Select Firmware File




4. Specify the downloaded file and wait for the installation to be completed

5. Solving Common NFC Problems on Redmi 9T

Even after successful activation, users experience errors, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

• 🚫 "NFC Not enabled" - restart your phone or reset your network settings (Settings → System system → Reset → Resetting network settings).
• 💳 Terminal doesn’t see phone – check that the payment app (Google Pay) is set as the main one in the settings NFC.
• 🔋 NFC turns off itself - turn off the power saving mode for the system (Settings) → Battery → Energy saving regime → Turn off for NFC).
• 📱 File transfer does not work – make sure that both devices are enabled with Android Beam (in settings) NFC).

⚠️ If you have a phone drop after the phone drops NFC Stop working, don't try to disassemble the device yourself. The antenna of the module is located under the back cover and attached to the motherboard.

6.Alternative ways to use NFC without built-in module

If your Redmi 9T doesn’t support NFC, but you need contactless features, consider these options:

• 🔌 Outside NFC-Adapter: Devices like Xiaomi NFC Tag or Sony. RC-S380 plugged in USB-C They emulate the work of the module, they're good for reading tags, but not for payments.
• 📱 QR-payments: many banks (Sberbank, Tinkoff) support payment through QR-Codes are almost as convenient as NFC.
• 🔄 Wi-Fi Direct File Transfer: You can use Xiaomi Share or Google’s Nearby Share to share data between devices.

Should I Buy External? NFC-Only if you really need tag-reading features (like smart homes or skip-reading) that you can't use for payments, because banking applications require a certified chip built into your phone.

7.Comparison of Redmi 9T with other Xiaomi smartphones on NFC support

If NFC is critical for you, look at the model when choosing a Xiaomi smartphone. In the table below, compare the Redmi 9T to other popular devices of the brand:

If you plan to actively use contactless payments, it is better to consider models with guaranteed support for NFC, for example, the Redmi Note 11 or Poco X4 Pro. They cost a little more than the Redmi 9T, but offer more features.

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The NFC in Redmi 9T only works on certain modifications (SC/SY).

FAQ: Frequent questions about NFC on Xiaomi Redmi 9T

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If you use NFC frequently for payment, add a module inclusion shortcut to the home screen. To do this, hold your finger in the free screen space → Widgets → find the NFC and drag it.