How to put a global region Xiaomi TV from China: 3 working methods

Xiaomi TVs from China are often sold with localized firmware that restricts access to global services: there is no Google Play, YouTube as standard, and some applications (such as Netflix or Disney+) do not work at all, and the iron of these models is the same as in international versions. The solution is to change the firmware region. But here there is a nuance: not all methods are safe, and some can lead to locking the device through Xiaomi servers.

In this article, we’ll look at three proven ways to change region: through a hidden developer menu, via USB firmware, and by resetting to a factory setting with a choice of region. Each option has its pros and cons, from execution speed to the risk of “bricking” the TV, and you’ll also learn which Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV, and Xiaomi TV A models support region change, and which ones are impossible without physical flashing the chip.

Why Xiaomi TV from China can not simply choose the region in the settings

Unlike smartphones, where you can change the region on the menu, Xiaomi TVs are tied to firmware at the system level. This is done to comply with licensing agreements with services (for example, Netflix has different content libraries for China and Europe). If you try to go to Settings → System → Region, you will see either a gray inactive list or the only option is China.

Moreover, even if you manage to cheat the system (for example, via a VPN), many functions will remain blocked.

• 🔴 Google Play Services – without them, no apps are installed from the APK
• 🔴 Google Assistant (Chinese XiaoAI only)
• 🔴 Updates by air (OTA) — TV will only receive Chinese updates
• 🔴 DRM Widevine L1 — Netflix and Prime Video show low-resolution content

Another problem is linking to your Mi Account. If you logged in through a Chinese Mi Account, the system can automatically return the region back after reset, so you should log out in the settings before any manipulation.

Method 1: Changing the region through a hidden menu (for models 2020-2023)

This method works on most Xiaomi and Redmi TVs with Android-based firmware TV 9-11 It does not require a PC connection or USB-drive, but only suitable for devices where access to the developer menu is not blocked yet.

Instructions:

1. Turn on the TV and go to Settings → About TV.
2. Find the line build number and click on it 7 times in a row (should appear notification "You became a developer").
3. Return to the main settings menu – there will be a new item for developers.
4. Go to For Developers → Select a region and choose India (India) or Russia (Russia).
5. Save the changes and restart the TV.

Google Play will appear on the menu after the reboot, but some services (such as YouTube) may not work smoothly, because the firmware remains Chinese, and simply unlocks access to global services.

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Limitations of the method:

• ⚠️ It doesn’t work on Xiaomi models. TV A2 and newer (2026).
• ⚠️ After the firmware update, the region may reset back.
• ⚠️ Not all apps will work correctly (for example, Amazon Prime Video may be a bug). DRM).

Method 2: Firmware global version via USB (for power users)

This is the most reliable, but also the most risky method, and it involves completely overwriting the system files of the TV, which can lead to a loss of warranty or even a break in the device if something goes wrong, the advantage is that you get a full-fledged global firmware with support for all services.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ USB-storage device FAT32, volume of at least 4 GB).
• 📁 Firmware for your model (download at xiaomifirmwareupdater.com or 4PDA).
• ⚠️ Data backup (all settings and applications will be deleted!).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware for your model (for example, mi_tv_stable_V2.0.12_global.zip) and unpack the archive.
2. Copy the firmware file (usually with the.zip or.pkg extension) to the root USB-Rename it and rename it to the update.zip.
3. Turn off the TV and insert the flash drive into USB-port.
4. On the remote, press the Menu + Volume Down buttons at the same time and, holding them, turn on the TV.
5. After 5-10 seconds, the recovery menu will appear. Select the Apply update from USB and confirm the installation.
6. Wait for the process to end (about 10-15 minutes) and don’t turn off the TV!

Once you have the firmware, the TV will restart, and you can select the region when you first set up. Importantly, if the model doesn't support global firmware, you'll get an Error 7 or Error 20 error, in which case you'll go back to method 1 or 3.

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Before you run the firmware, check the TV model in the settings (Settings → About TV → Model). For example, the Mi TV 4S 55" and Mi TV 5X 65" have different firmware!

⚠️ Note: Unofficial software may cause the TV to be blocked through Xiaomi servers. If the device stops turning on after the update or shows an error This device is locked, contact the service center with a check to buy.

Method 3: Reset to factory settings with region selection

This works on all models, but it's limited to the fact that it only works once, that once you first select a region, you can't change it again through reset, and it's good for TVs that have a developer menu blocked, but you don't have global firmware installed yet.

How to do this:

1. Go to Settings → Device → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset all settings and confirm the action.
3. After the reboot, the TV will offer to go through the initial settings. At the language selection stage, select English (United States) or Russian (Russia).
4. When you reach the region, choose India, Russia or Europe.
5. Complete the setting by skipping the binding to your Mi Account.

After that, Google Play will appear on the menu, but some system applications (such as Mi Home) may not work properly, and there is a risk that the region will reset back to China after another firmware update.

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If the region does not change after the reset, or the TV automatically returns Chinese settings, then the firmware is protected against changing the region, in which case only complete flashing (method 2) will help.

What to do if Google Play is not working after a change in region

Even after a successful region change, Google Play Services may not install or issue errors, because Chinese firmware lacks the necessary certificates, the solution is manually installing Google Mobile Services (GMS).

Instructions:

1. Download the archive from GMS for Android TV (can be found on 4PDA or Telegram channels).
2. Unpack the archive and copy the files to USB-accumulator.
3. On the TV, turn on the installation from unknown sources: Settings → Security → Unknown sources.
4. Set in order: com.google.android.gms-XX.apk com.google.android.gsf-XX.apk com.android.vending-XX.apk (this is the Play Market itself).

Reboot the TV.

If Play Market opens after installation but does not download apps, check:

• 🔹 Internet connection (sometimes helps with a change of location) DNS at 8.8.8.8).
• 🔹 Date and time on TV (if they are shot down, Google Services is down).
• 🔹 Availability of updates for Google Play Services in the app settings.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi) TV A2) installation GMS This could lead to a reboot cycle, in which case you'd have to go back to Chinese firmware or look for alternative versions. APK.

Risks and consequences of changing the region to Xiaomi TV

Before you change the region, consider the possible problems:

The most serious risk is blocking IMEI (for TVs with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module), Xiaomi can block the device if it finds an unofficial firmware, to minimize the risks:

• ✅ Use firmware only from trusted sources (e.g. Xiaomi Firmware Updater).
• ✅ Do not update the TV through OTA After changing the region (it is better to install updates manually).
• ✅ Don’t link your Chinese Mi Account to a global firmware TV.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the region to Xiaomi TV