How to find out the firmware region on Xiaomi Redmi Note: all ways from MIUI to ADB

Determining the firmware region on Xiaomi Redmi Note smartphones is a critical step before upgrading, unlocking the bootloader or installing custom firmware. Not only does the interface language depend on the region, but also LAN compatibility (4G/5G bands), pre-installed services (Google or Chinese analogs), and even the availability of updates. For example, firmware for India (IN) may not support Russian LTE frequencies, and the European version (EEA) often lacks Chinese applications like Mi Pay or Mi Video.

Many users have a problem when, after buying a Redmi Note on marketplaces (especially from China), the device behaves unstable: mobile communications disappear, Google services fail, or updates in Chinese arrive. The reason most often lies in the mismatch between the firmware region and the country of use. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to check the region, from standard MIUI menus to ADB commands, and explain why some methods can give conflicting results.

⚠️ Warning: The firmware region and the device sales region (indicated on the box) are different things: For example, a smartphone can be bought in Russia but have firmware for the global market (Global) or even Chinese (CN). This is especially true for Redmi Note models. 10/11 Pros, which often come with multi-regional firmware.

1. Method: via the About Phone menu (the simplest)

The fastest method that works on all Xiaomi devices regardless of the MIUI version is suitable for models from Redmi Note 3 to Redmi Note 12.

Open the Settings app and go to the section:

Settings → About the phone → General information

Look for the line "Version" MIUI». The region code will be specified in the format of 2-3 Letters before the version number:

• 🌍 12.5.4.0.RKFMIXM — Global (world firmware, MI or FM)
• 🇨🇳 13.0.6.0.SKFCNXM — China (CN)
• 🇮🇳 12.0.3.0.QJOINXM — India (IN)
• 🇷🇺 12.5.2.0.RKFRUXM — Russia (RU)

If the MIUI version doesn't explicitly specify the region (e.g., just numbers), you have custom firmware or modified build, and then move on to the following.

2. Method: using code ##4636## (hidden menu)

This method works on most Android devices, including Xiaomi, but can be blocked on some Chinese firmware. Open the Phone app and type in the combination:

##4636##

In the menu that opens, select the Phone Information tab and scroll down to the Baseband version.

MOLY.LR12A.R3.MP.V19.5.P45-IN-F1-...>

The letters before the first hyphen (IN in the example) indicate the firmware region.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI 13/14 This code may not work due to security constraints. If nothing happens after you enter the combination, try using it. ADB (method 4).

Method: through IMEI (to verify the original region)

This method shows the original region of the device, sewn into the factory settings, rather than the current firmware. Useful if you suspect that the firmware has been changed.

Find out the IMEI of your Redmi Note in one way:

• 📱 Enter *#06# in the phone and a window will appear IMEI.
• 📄 Look at the sticker under the battery (for models with removable battery).
• 📦 On the device box (usually on a barcode sticker).

Then go to the official Xiaomi verification site:

https://www.mi.com/global/verify

Type in IMEI and CAPTCHA. In the results, look for the line "Region" -- that's the factory region. Note that it may not match the current firmware if the device has been reflashed.

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If Xiaomi’s site doesn’t define IMEI, try imei.info or snei.net. They often show more detailed information, including the date of production.

4. Method: via ADB (for advanced users)

If previous methods have failed, use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which is guaranteed to show the current firmware region, even on locked devices.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📥 Utility. ADB (Download from developer.android.com).

Instructions:

1. Turn on your smartphone “Debugging by USB” in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times according to version, then return to Settings → Additional → For developers).
2. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
3. Open the command line (or Terminal) and type in: adb shell getprop ro.miui.region

In the answer, you will receive a region code, for example:

india

This means that the firmware is for India (IN). Other possible values are:

• 🇪🇺 eea.
• 🇷🇺 russia - Russia.
• 🌏 Global - Global version.
• 🇨🇳 china - China.

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC| Download ADB Tools|Enable debugging over USB on your phone |Connect the original cable-->

5. Method: via the application "Mi Check" (official tool)

Xiaomi has released the official Mi Check app, which shows detailed information about the device, including the firmware region, and can be downloaded from the Mi App Store or directly from:

https://app.mi.com/details?id=com.miui.analyticstool

Once installed, open the app and go to the Device tab. Look for the Software Information block, and it will have a Region bar showing the current region.

⚠️ Note: Mi Check may show the region as Unknown on some firmware, which means that the firmware is modified or the device is not certified for your region.

6.What to do if the firmware region is not suitable?

If you find that the firmware region does not match your country, you have a few options:

1. Change region via MIUI (without unlocking the bootloader)

Some firmware (e.g. Global or EEA) allow you to change the region in the settings:

Settings → Additional → Region

However, this will not change the basic firmware, but only adapts some services (weather, news).

2. Install custom firmware

For a complete change in the region will require:

• 🔓 Unlock the bootloader (Bootloader).
• 📥 Download firmware for the desired region from the site xiaomifirmwareupdater.com.
• 🛠️ Installation via Fastboot or TWRP.

⚠️ Note: Reflashing to the unofficial version MIUI This can cause loss of warranty, problems with Widevine. L1 (no HD on Netflix) or blocking IMEI. Before the procedure, make a backup copy through Mi Cloud or TWRP.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi’s firmware region

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If your Redmi Note is purchased in China, but used in Russia, the best option is firmware. EEA (Europe) or Global. They support Russian, Google and European services. LTE-ranges compatible with Russian operators.