How to find IMEI on a Xiaomi smartphone: from Redmi Note to Poco F5

IMEI — This is a unique 15-digit identifier for your smartphone that is used by carriers to identify your device on the network. On Xiaomi phones (including sub-brands Redmi, Poco and Black Shark) check IMEI You can use at least 7 different ways, from standard Android menus to hidden engineering codes. In this article, we will analyze all current methods, including nuances for devices with two devices. SIM-cards, phones without a battery or with a non-functioning screen.

Why does it matter? IMEI may be used to unlock a device after a theft, verify originality before buying a used phone, restore access to Mi Account, or even diagnose network problems. And it's the only way to know if your Xiaomi is blacklisted, and then you'll find step-by-step picture instructions (for key steps), warnings about possible risks, and answers to frequent questions.

1. Method: through phone settings (the easiest)

This method works on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of the MIUI version (including MIUI 14 and HyperOS), and is suitable even for devices with an unlocked bootloader or custom firmware.

What to do:

• 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon on the desktop).
• 🔍 Scroll down and select About Phone (on some models – About Device).
• 📋 Tap on item All characteristics (or General information).
• 🔢 Find a line. IMEI — There will be numbers for each SIM-cards (if two of them).

On phones with HyperOS (e.g. Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro)+) The path may be slightly different: → The phone. → Device information → Status SIM-If you have a two-sim machine, you'll see two. IMEI — IMEI 1 and IMEI 2 corresponding to card slots.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware from third-party developers (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience) item with IMEI In this case, use alternative methods from this article.

Method: by means of USSD-code *#06#

The universal method that works on any phone – from the Xiaomi Mi A1 (2017) to the flagships of 2026 – does not require an Internet connection or application installation.

Instructions:

1. Open the phone (calling) application.
2. Enter the combination: *#06#.
3. Press the call button (green tube).

After 1-2 seconds, a window with one or two numbers will appear on the screen. IMEI (depending SIM-This is a way of working even if you're not using a map:

• 🔋 The phone is empty (but still on).
• 📵 No. SIM-card or net.
• 🔒 The device is locked with a pattern lock.

On phones with a MediaTek processor (such as Redmi 12C or Poco C55), an engineering menu can open after you enter *#06#, in which case the IMEI will appear at the top of the screen in fine print.

3. Method: through the engineering menu (for advanced)

If standard methods don’t work (like custom firmware), you can try to get an IMEI through a hidden engineering menu, which is suitable for Qualcomm Snapdragon devices (most Xiaomi flagships) and some models on MediaTek.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the phone and type in ##4636##.
2. In the menu that appears, select Phone Information.
3. Scroll down to the IMEI block – the numbers for each SIM will be listed here.

For MediaTek devices (such as Redmi 10A or Poco C40), use the code ##36446337##. Once you enter, you will be taken to the Engineer Mode menu, where you will go to Connectivity → CDS Information → Radio Information. IMEI will appear in the IMEI SV bar.

⚠️ Warning: Do not change any settings in the engineering menu unless you are sure of their purpose.This may result in network loss or reset of the communication module.

4. Method: through a box or sticker under the battery

If the phone doesn't turn on or the screen is broken, you can find the IMEI on the physical sticker, and the manufacturer duplicates this number in three places:

• 📦 On the device box - usually on a sticker with a barcode (near the serial number and MAC-wifi address).
• 🔋 Under a removable battery (relevant for older models like Redmi) 3S or Mi 4i).
• 📱 On the tray. SIM-cards – on some devices (for example, Xiaomi Mi 9 or Redmi) K20 Pro).

Example of IMEI location on the box:

Important: The battery sticker can wear off over time or get damaged when you replace the battery. If the numbers are not readable, try lighting it up with an angled flashlight or taking a magnifying picture.

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If you buy a used Xiaomi, always check the IMEI from the box against what appears in the phone's settings. The discrepancy could mean the device is recovered from theft or has a swapped motherboard.

5. Method: via Mi Account (if the phone is lost)

If your Xiaomi is lost or stolen, you can find out its IMEI through your linked Mi Account.

• 🔗 The device was tied to a Xiaomi account.
• 📶 The phone has been on the internet at least once since it was tied.
• 🔒 Remember the username and password from Mi Account.

Instructions:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. Select the Device tab (or Find Device in English).
3. Click on your phone model – the IMEI will be indicated in the window that opens.

If the device is offline, the site will show the last known IMEI, and you can remotely lock your phone or erase data (Erase Device feature).

⚠️ Warning: Fraudsters often ask for IMEI Never give this number to strangers, it's enough to lock your phone through a carrier.

Method: with ADB (for developers)

If you have access to your computer and the debugging mode is enabled USB, IMEI can be pulled through ADB (Android Debug Bridge. This method will come in handy if the phone screen is not working, but USB-port.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Phone with debugging enabled USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Commands to execute:

adb devices

(Connection check – the serial number of the device should be displayed)

adb shell service call iphonesubinfo 3

(Outputs IMEI in Result: Parcel format (00000000 86123456'7890123')

For devices with two SIM-Use the cards:

adb shell service call iphonesubinfo 3 s16 "slot_1"

adb shell service call iphonesubinfo 3 s16 "slot_2"

Note: On some MIUI firmware, the command may not work due to security limitations, in which case, try an alternative method:

adb shell getprop | grep -i imei

Install ADB Tools on PC

Enable debugging over USB on Xiaomi

Connect your phone to the original cable

Start the command line on behalf of the administrator

Check the connection of the adb device team-->

7. Method: Online services for IMEI verification

If you need to not only know the IMEI, but also check the history of the phone (for example, before buying used), you can use third-party services.

• 📅 Date of manufacture of the device.
• 🔄 Warranty status (if the phone is official).
• 🚨 Blacklisted (stolen/lost).
• 📡 Network support 4G/5G in your region.

Popular services:

How to use:

1. Find out the IMEI in any of the ways above.
2. Enter it on the service website.
3. Pay for the check (if required).
4. Get a report (usually by email).

⚠️ Attention: Free services often show incomplete data, for example, IMEI.info does not check the blacklists of operators in Russia or China. SNR Deep Info or Xiaomi’s official service.

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Xiaomi’s official service (mi.com/verify) is the only way to know for sure if the original battery or screen is installed in your phone.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions