How to Transfer Contacts to Xiaomi on iPhone: A Complete Guide to 2026

Moving from iPhone to Xiaomi smartphone is not only about changing the ecosystem, it is also about moving important data. Contacts are often a major headache: losing them can take hours to repair connections. Fortunately, there are several reliable ways to migrate, from standard Apple and Google tools to specialized apps.

In this article, we will take a look at all the current 2026 methods, including the nuances for different versions of iOS and MIUI. You will learn how to avoid duplicate contacts, save profile photos and even transfer notes from iPhone Contacts.

Before you start, check:

• 📱 iOS version on your iPhone (relevant to iCloud methods)
• 🔄 Free space on Xiaomi (when transferring through files)
• 🔌 A stable Internet connection (for cloud-based methods)

1. Transfer contacts via iCloud (the most versatile way)

This method works on all iPhones with iOS 10 and newer, and does not require the installation of additional applications, the main advantage is the preservation of all contact information, including photos, groups and attached notes.

Step-by-step:

1. On iPhone, open Settings → [Your name] → iCloud and make sure the Contacts switch is active.
2. Go to iCloud.com from your computer or Xiaomi (in Desktop Mode).
3. Log in and select Contacts. Click on the gear in the bottom left corner → Select everything → One more gear → Export vCard.
4. The.vcf file will be uploaded to the device, and send it to you via email or messenger.
5. On Xiaomi, open the file – the system will automatically prompt you to import contacts into Google Contacts or local memory.

Important: If you have Apple ID two-factor authentication enabled, you will need to enter a confirmation code to log in to iCloud.com that will come to your trusted device (your iPhone).

⚠️ Note: If you previously synced contacts with Google Account on iPhone, exporting through iCloud can create duplicates.Before importing to Xiaomi, check the list for repeating entries.

2. sync through Google Account (the fastest method)

If you already have a Google account, it takes no more than 5 minutes, and the advantage is that your contacts automatically sync with Gmail, Google Contacts, and other ecosystem services.

How to move:

1. On iPhone, open Settings → Contacts → Accounts → Add an account → Google.
2. Enter your Gmail email details and turn on the Contacts switch.
3. Wait until the synchronization is complete (it can take up to 10 minutes with a large number of contacts).
4. On Xiaomi, add the same Google account to Settings → Accounts and Sync.
5. Turn on synchronization of contacts – they will appear in the Contacts application automatically.

The critical detail is that if you use two-tier authentication on Google, you'll need to create an app password on your iPhone (instructions on Google's website).

3. Transfer of contacts through SIM-card (if there is no internet)

This method is suitable for older iPhone models (before the iPhone). 4S) or when there is no access to Wi-Fi/mobile Data. Limitation: SIM-The card stores only names and phone numbers (without email, addresses, photos).

Instructions:

⚠️ Note: Modern nano-SIMs (such as those from MTS or Beeline) often do not support the storage of contacts. SIM In the iPhone settings - if the option Export to SIM Inactive, use another method.

4.Use the Move to iOS app (for the new Xiaomi)

If your Xiaomi isn’t set up yet (or you’re ready to make a reset), Apple’s Move to iOS app will not only transfer contacts, but also:

• 📞 Call history
• 💬 Communications (SMS iMessage)
• 📷 Photos and videos
• 📍 Safari bookmarks
• 🎵 Apple Music Playlists (converted to local files)

How to use:

1. On Xiaomi, when you first set up, select Data Transfer → Transfer from iOS.
2. On iPhone, download Move to iOS from the App Store and follow the instructions.
3. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
4. On the iPhone, enter the code that appears on Xiaomi.
5. Select the data for transfer (be sure to check Contacts) and wait for completion.

Important: The app only works when you first set up Xiaomi. If the phone is already set up, you will have to do a hard reset (with complete data cleaning).

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If the transfer is interrupted, don't restart the process immediately. Wait 5 minutes and try again - Apple servers sometimes limit the number of connections.

5. Alternative methods: third-party applications and computer

If the standard methods don't work, use specialized tools. We tested 3 reliable options:

1. Copy My Data application (free, cross-platform)

• 📲 Install on both devices from the App Store and Google Play.
• 🔗 Connect to one Wi-Fi network.
• 📤 On iPhone, select Send Data, on Xiaomi, Receive Data.
• 👥 Mark Contacts and start the transfer.

2. iMazing program (paid, for computer)

• 🖥️ Download iMazing on Mac/Windows and plug in the iPhone.
• 📥 Export your contacts to.vcf or directly to Google Contacts.
• 📲 Transfer the file to Xiaomi and import it.

3. My Contacts Backup service (free of charge, via email)

• 📧 Install the app on your iPhone, create a backup of contacts.
• 📩 Send the file to your post office.
• 📥 Open the letter to Xiaomi and import.vcf.

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The app side is handy if standard methods don’t work due to iOS or MIUI limitations. However, check reviews before using – some programs may request unnecessary permissions (for example, access to SMS).

6. Checking and cleaning of contacts after transfer

After migrating, be sure to follow these steps to avoid chaos in the phone book:

1. Remove duplicates

• 🔍 Open Google Contacts at contacts.google.com.
• 🧹 On the left menu, select Duplicates. → Unite.
• 🔄 On Xiaomi, update your contacts (pull the list down).

2. Set up the display

• 📱 Go to Contacts. → Settings → Display contacts.
• 👥 Select which accounts to show (e.g., Google or Device only).
• 🔍 Enable Contact Connection if one person is saved to multiple accounts.

3.Restore profile photos

If the contact photos are not transferred:

1. Open contact on Xiaomi → click on the avatar → Change.
2. Select Add a photo and upload an image from the gallery.
3. For mass recovery, use the Sync.ME app (automatically pulls up photos from social networks).

⚠️ Note: If you have transferred your contact through SIM-The map, their groups (Family, Work, etc.) will not be saved. To restore the structure, export contacts from iCloud to the.vcf file - it contains information about the groups.

7. Frequent errors and their solutions

Problem 1: Contacts are not synced with Google Account on Xiaomi.

Decision:

• Check if sync is enabled in Settings → Accounts → Google → Contact Sync.
• Delete your Google account and add it again.
• Update the Contacts app on Google Play.

Problem 2: When importing.vcf, the error "File corrupted" appears.

Decision:

• Open the file on your computer in a text editor and check the encoding (should be UTF-8).
• Try exporting contacts in portions (for example, 100 pieces).
• Use the VCF Repair Tool to recover the file.

Problem 3: Xiaomi only displays numbers without names.

Decision:

• Check the format of the import: contacts should be kept as the surname, not vice versa.
• In Xiaomi settings, select Settings → Additional → Name format and set the name first.
• If the contacts are moved from SIM-Maps, try importing them through Google Contacts (it recognizes format better).

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