How to find and maintain contacts with SIM-Xiaomi maps: all working methods

Why contact with the SIM-Maps are not displayed on Xiaomi and how to fix it

You just put a new one in. SIM-Map of Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5 Pro, but the phone numbers saved on it don't show up anywhere? MIUI 14 missing all contacts that were previously tied to the SIM?This problem is familiar to many users of Xiaomi smartphones - and it is not always associated with a device breakdown.

The fact is that modern versions of Android 12-14 and shell MIUI By default, the contacts with SIM-cards to avoid duplication with a Google or Mi Account account, and some operators (such as MTS or Beeline) use the same card. SIM-memory cards, where numbers are stored in a non-standard format. 5 Proven ways to find, import and maintain contacts with SIM-cards on any Xiaomi smartphone - from the budget Redmi A2 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Before proceeding to the instructions, make sure that:

• 📶 SIM-card correctly inserted into the tray (the contacts chips should be facing down, and the beveled angle - coincide with the tag on the phone).
• 🔄 The smartphone has a mode on. 2G/3G/4G (Check in the settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks).
• 🔒 SIM-card not blocked PUK-code (if requested) PIN — enter).

Method 1: Viewing contacts SIM-cards through the standard application "Contacts»

The easiest way to do this is to use the built-in Contacts app (an icon with a person's silhouette on a green background), but many users don't know that it only shows numbers synced to Google or Mi Account by default. SIM-map:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Tap the three-point menu (⋮) top-right.
3. Select Contact Management → Imports/Exports.
4. Press Import with SIM-maps (if the button is inactive – see the problem solving section).

If the import button is missing or is grey, this means that:

• 🚫 Nana SIM-no saved contacts (check on another phone).
• 🔧 Your version. MIUI It requires additional adjustments (see Method 3).
• 📱 SIM-The card does not support the storage of contacts (relevant for some virtual operators).

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If contacts are displayed but without names (numbers only), try exporting them in.vcf format and then importing them back, which often restores lost data.

Method 2: Export contacts from SIM-cards through the engineering menu (for advanced)

If the standard method didn’t work, you can use the Xiaomi engineering menu, which is suitable for Qualcomm Snapdragon models (such as the POCO F5 or Redmi K60).

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636###
2. Select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the SIM Information block.
4. Tap on Read SIM Contacts (if available).

If Read SIM Contacts is not available, try the alternative code for Mediatek chips (relevant to Redmi 10A or POCO C50):

##36446337##

Method 3: Display setting SIM-contact MIUI 12-14

In the latest versions MIUI (12) contact with the SIM-The cards can be hidden because of the interface optimization, so they can be returned:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the “Contacts” app and tap it.
3. Select Permissions → Contacts.
4. Make sure permissions for Contact Reading and Contact Change are enabled.
5. Back to Settings → SIM-Maps and mobile networks and select your SIM-map.
6. Activate the option to show contacts SIM-cards (if any).

On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Lite), this item may be called differently:

• 📇 Display contacts SIM
• 📱 Synchronization of contacts SIM
• 🔄 Import with SIM launch

Make sure all the conditions are met:

SIM-The card is recognized on the network (there is a signal)

The Contacts app includes display of all accounts

There is enough memory on the phone (minimum 50 MB)

Battery optimization for the Contacts app is disabled»-->

Method 4: Using third-party applications to work with SIM-contact

If Xiaomi's built-in tools don't work, third-party utilities will come to the rescue, and we tested 3 robust apps that run on Android 11-14:

Examples of SIM Contacts Manager:

1. Install and open the application.
2. Choose yours. SIM-card (if two of them).
3. Tap Import from SIM → specify where to save (to your phone or Google account).
4. For export to SIM: select contacts → Export to SIM.

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Apps may request access to SMS and call logs — refuse if you only need contacts.

Method 5: Solving problems if contacts are not displayed

If none of these methods worked, check the following points:

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3) SIM-Nano-SIM cards may not support the storage of contacts due to operator limitations. SIM-card.

Checklist for diagnosis:

• 🔍 Check your physical condition. SIM-maps: scratched contacts or cracks can block reading data. wipe the card with a dry wipe.
• 🔄 Restart your phone in Safe Mode: Press the Power button → Reboot in safe mode. If contacts appear, it's the fault of third-party software.
• 📱 Update the Contacts app: Go to Google Play, find Google’s Contacts LLC and press Update.
• 🔧 Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting mobile network settings.

If the problem persists, try to manually transfer the contacts:

1. Put it in. SIM-card to an old phone (for example, Nokia 3310 or Samsung Galaxy) J2).
2. Copy the numbers on paper or take a picture of the screen.
3. Enter them manually on Xiaomi through the Contacts app.

How to keep in touch with the SIM-cards to the cloud or phone

Finding contacts is half the battle, so you don't lose them when you change. SIM-If you're a card or a phone reset, make sure to export it to a secure storage facility. Here are 3 of the best options:

1.Export to Google account:

• 📱 Open the "Contact» → ⋮ → Contact management → Imports/Exports.
• 🔄 Select Import with SIM-map → Specify your Google account.
• ☁️ Contacts are now synced to the cloud and will be available on any device.

2. Save to.vcf file (to memory card):

• 📁 In the same Import/Export menu, select Export to your device.
• 💾 Specify the conservation path (e.g, /SD-card/Contacts Backup).
• 📩 Contacts.vcf can be sent to the mail or copied to the PC.

3. backup via Mi Account (for China/Global version of MIUI):

• 🔗 Go to Settings. → Mi Account → Mi Cloud.
• 🔄 Enable Contact Synchronization.
• 📲 Make sure yours is selected in the top menu. SIM-map.

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You can open the.vcf file in Excel or Google Sheets for editing. To do this, rename the extension to.csv and import it to the table.

FAQ: Frequent questions about contacts on SIM-mapping