How to make contact with SIM-map in the phone Xiaomi: all ways and life hacks

Why contact us SIM-The map is still relevant in 2026

In the era of cloud services and sync through Google Account, keep your contacts on the Internet SIM-This map may seem like an anachronism, but it's still in demand in a few key scenarios, SIM-Contacts are lifeline when you reset your phone to factory settings, and even a complete memory cleanup won't remove them, and second, they're essential for fast number migration between devices without internet access, such as when you buy a new smartphone on a trip.

Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi line, POCO and Mi support the work with SIM-The interface is hidden deeper than in the old "callers" and the manufacturer focuses on cloud solutions, so the functionality is often hidden in non-obvious sections of the menu. MIUI 14, the import/export algorithm of contacts has changed – now the system automatically offers to save new numbers to the Xiaomi account, rather than to the user. SIM. This article will help you understand how to circumvent restrictions and manually manage contacts on the map.

Preparation: Checking compatibility SIM-maps and telephones

Before you start to keep your contacts, make sure that yours is yours. SIM-Modern nano-SIMs (and especially eSIMs) often lack memory to store numbers, which varies by carrier. For example, MTS and Beeline cards usually support up to 250 contacts, but some virtual operators (like Tinkoff Mobile) may be limited to 50 records or not support the function at all.

To check the compatibility:

• 📱 Put it in. SIM-Card to phone and go to Contacts → Settings (⚙️) → Contact management.
• 🔍 See if the item "Import/Export" or "Copy Contacts" is displayed".
• 💾 If you don't have an option, yours. SIM Does not support storage of numbers (or does not recognize it as compatible).

Also, pay attention to the format of the map:

⚠️ Note: If you are using duality SIM (two cards at the same time, the system can suggest that you keep contact only to the main card (slot 1). → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Double settings SIM Select the desired slot as "Primary for Contacts".

Method 1: Keeping a new contact directly to the SIM-map

The most obvious method is to create a record on the map, but in MIUI, the process is hidden behind a few steps:

1. Open the Contacts app (an icon with a human silhouette).
2. Click the + button (add contact) in the lower right corner.
3. At the top of the screen, you'll see a "Save In" field.
4. Choose from the list "SIM-map” (may be called SIM 1 SIM 2 if you have two cards).
5. Fill in the fields: name, phone number (required in international format, for example, +Email, address and other data fields will not be available — SIM-Cards only store names and numbers.
6. Press Save.

The name does not exceed 20 characters (SIM limit)

Room in international format (+7 for Russia)

The right one. SIM-card (if two of them)

No special characters in the name (only letters and numbers)-->

If the paragraph "SIM-"Card" is not listed as a safe haven, meaning one of three:

• 🚫 Yours. SIM does not support the storage of contacts (see table above).
• 🔄 The phone doesn’t recognize the card as compatible (try restarting the device).
• 📱 You're set. MIUI 14+ with the default function disabled (solution – see next section).

⚠️ Attention: Contacts to SIM-The card is not synced with Google Account or Mi Cloud. If you lose the card, the numbers will be lost irretrievably.

Method 2: Transfer existing contacts to SIM-map

If you already have contacts on your phone (in your device memory or Google account), you can copy them to SIM.

1. Open "Contacts" → press on "⚙️ Settings” (three dots in upper right corner).
2. Select "Contact Management" → "Import/Export Contacts".
3. Tap "Export to the SIM-map".
4. Tick the contacts you want to transfer (or click "Select All").
5. Confirm the export. The process can take up to 1-2 minutes if there are many contacts.

Please note the limitations:

• 📵 Only the name and primary phone number are exported, and additional fields (email, address, birthday) will be lost.
• 🔢 If SIM There's not enough space, the system will show an error.
• 📱 In some models (POCO F5, Redmi Note 12) Export option may be called "Copy Contacts".

After export, we recommend checking the target SIM-A map on another phone to make sure the transfer is correct, sometimes the contacts are saved in a bit format (e.g. Cyrillic names are displayed as question marks). SIM-Cards – the problem can only be solved by replacing the card with the operator.

Method 3: Use USSD-command SIM-contact

Little-known life hack – some operators support USSD-Teams to work with contacts on SIM. This method works even if the phone does not display import/export options. For example, for MTS and Beeline, the following commands are available:

*111*377# – View the contact list on SIM (MTS)


*110*088# - Contact Management (Beeline)




*100# → “My services” → “Phone book” (Megaphone)

To keep contact via USSD:

1. Open the Phone application and go to the Keyboard tab.
2. Enter. USSD-your operator command (see above) and press the call button.
3. Follow the voice or text menu prompts.
4. Select the option "Add contact" and enter the data.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ It works on any phone, even without support. SIM-contact MIUI.
• 🔒 Does not require the installation of third-party applications.
• 📶 It can be used in roaming (if you are a roaming user). USSD accessible).

⚠️ Attention: USSD-The teams may vary depending on the region and the tariff.Clarify the current codes on your operator's website or through the support service (*111# for MTS, *105# for Beeline).

Problems and Solutions: Why SIM Contacts Are Not Saved

Even with the right actions, Xiaomi users often encounter errors when working with the company. SIM-Let's look at the typical scenarios and how to solve them:

If none of these methods worked, try an alternative method:

1. Copy your SIM contacts to your phone (if there are any).
2. Export them to the.vcf file via Settings → Export.
3. Insert the SIM into another phone (like an old phone ringer), import the contacts there, and then return the card back to Xiaomi.

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If you're often rearranging SIM-map between devices, back up your contacts in.vcf and store them in the cloud (Google Drive, Mi Cloud) or on your computer, eliminating the need to manually transfer numbers every time.

Security: How to Protect Contacts SIM-map

SIM-maps are more vulnerable than cloud storage, so they're easy to lose or damage, so you can minimize the risk:

• 🔐 Duplicate important contacts. Save them at the same time. SIM, in Google Account and Mi Cloud (Sync settings in Settings) → Accounts).
• 📱 Use it. PIN-code SIM. This will protect the card from unauthorized access when the phone is stolen. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Lockdown SIM.
• 🔄 Update your backups regularly. Export your contacts to.vcf every 3-6 months.
• 🚫 Avoid storage on SIM Bank numbers, confirmation codes and passwords are best kept in secure notes (for example, in Xiaomi Notes with encryption).

Pay special attention to the physical safety of the card:

• Do not store the SIM near magnets or heat sources (e.g., on a solar window sill).
• When removing the card from your phone, use a special key (it comes with the device) and do not expose the tray with sharp objects.
• If the card is damaged (scratching, bent), do not try to restore it yourself - contact the operator for a replacement.

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SIM-A card is a physical medium with a limited record life (usually 10,000 rewritable cycles) and frequent changes to contacts can shorten its lifespan. SIM cloud.

FAQ: Frequent questions about SIM contacts in Xiaomi