How to Transfer Contacts to Xiaomi 9S: A Complete Guide with 5 Methods

The transition from Samsung to Xiaomi 9S is not only about changing the ecosystem, but also about moving important data. Contacts accumulated over the years have become a major headache when switching to a new smartphone. Many users lose valuable numbers due to improper export or format incompatibility between Android devices of different brands.

In this article, we’ll break down 5 reliable ways to transfer contacts, including official tools from Google and Xiaomi, as well as alternative methods through the Internet. SIM-map, Bluetooth and third-party applications. We will pay special attention to the nuances associated with the Xiaomi model 9S — firmware MIUI You'll learn how to avoid duplication of records, save contact groups, and even migrate profile photos.

Important: The procedure may differ depending on the Android version on your Samsung (e.g., One UI 5.0 vs One UI 6.1) and the current MIUI firmware on the Xiaomi 9S. We have taken into account all the current updates as of 2026.

1. Transfer contacts through a Google account (the most reliable way)

Sync with Google account is a versatile method that works on any Android device, including Samsung Galaxy and Xiaomi 9S. The main advantage: data is stored in the cloud and automatically updated when new contacts are added.

To transfer contacts in this way:

• 📱 Open the Contact App on Samsung → press three dots (menu) → Contact management → Import/export of contacts.
• ☁️ Select Export to your Google account (if contacts are not already synced) and make sure you select the right account, the same one you will use on Xiaomi.
• 🔄 Xiaomi. 9S When you first turn on, log in to the same Google account. Contacts are synced automatically within 5-10 minutes.
• ⚙️ If synchronization is not started, check the settings: Settings → Accounts and synchronization → Google → Synchronize contacts.

⚠️ Note: If your contacts are stored in your device memory (not Google), you must export them first. Select Export to your memory card (.vcf format) in the Import/Export menu, and then import the file to Google Contacts via the web version of contacts.google.com.

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2.Use of SIM-Maps: A simple but limited method

SIM-based transfer of contacts is suitable if you have few records (up to 250 contacts) and no Internet access, which does not save profile photos and group photos, but does not require synchronization with the cloud.

Instructions:

• 📶 On Samsung: Open Contacts → Contact management → Imports/exports → Exports to SIM-Select the right contacts (or all) and confirm.
• 🔄 Move it. SIM-map 9S.
• 📱 Xiaomi. 9S: Open your contacts. → Contact management → Import with SIM-Choose where to save (in memory of your phone or Google account).

⚠️ Attention: Xiaomi 9S may not support imports from SIM-Nano-SIM cards, if they are from another operator, in which case use the micro-SIM adapter or go to other methods.

3. Bluetooth portability: without internet, but with nuances

If you don't. SIM-You can transfer contacts over Bluetooth, which works even without a Wi-Fi connection, but requires manual confirmation on both devices.

Step-by-step:

• 🔵 Turn on Bluetooth on both phones: Samsung and Xiaomi 9S (in the notification panel or in the Settings → Connected devices).
• 📱 On Samsung, open Contacts, select menus (three dots) → Share. → mark the necessary contacts → press Send. → Choose Bluetooth.
• 🔄 Xiaomi. 9S Confirm the file's acceptance (.vcf format). Open the file after download and add contacts automatically.

⚠️ Note: When you transmit a large number of contacts (more than 100), Bluetooth may interrupt the connection. In this case, break the sending into parts of 30-50 contacts.

4. Mi Mover app: official tool from Xiaomi

Xiaomi has developed its own data migration solution, the Mi Mover app, which allows you to transfer not only contacts, but also SMS, photos, videos and even some settings, the main condition is that both phones must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct).

How to use Mi Mover:

• 📲 Install the app on Samsung from Google Play (on Xiaomi) 9S it's pre-established).
• 🔄 Run Mi Mover on both devices. 9S Select "I'm a new phone" on Samsung - "I'm an old phone".
• 📡 Connect to a single Wi-Fi network or create a hotspot on Samsung.
• 📋 Select Contacts (you can also mark other data) and click Move".

Important: Mi Mover may not recognize contacts stored in Samsung phone memory (not in Google or Samsung Account).

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If Mi Mover doesn’t find the device, try turning off the VPN or firewall on both phones. Also check that the Xiaomi 9S has developer mode and USB debugging enabled (in About Phone → MIUI version, press 7 times).

Third-party applications: alternative for complex cases

If standard methods fail (for example, due to outdated firmware or corrupted data), third-party applications will come to the rescue.

• 📱 Copy My Data (from Media Mushroom) – Transfers contacts, calendars and photos over Wi-Fi.
• 🔄 CLONEit – Copy data from one Android to another without the cloud.
• ☁️ Samsung Smart Switch (if Samsung is new) – official solution from Samsung, but requires cable USB-OTG.

Example of transfer via CLONEit:

1. Install the app on both phones.
2. On Samsung, select “Send” and on Xiaomi 9S, “Get”.

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as Samsung Smart Switch) may not support Xiaomi 9S constraint MIUI. Before using, check compatibility in the application description.

6. Checking and restoring contacts after transfer

Once the transfer is complete, you need to make sure that all the data is saved correctly.

• 🔍 Check the total number of contacts: compare with the original number on Samsung.
• 📞 Call 2-3 numbers from the list to make sure they are working.
• 🖼️ Make sure profile pictures (if transferred) are displayed correctly.
• 📂 Check contact groups (e.g., “Family”, “Work”) – they may not be transferred.

If the contacts are not displayed:

1. Reboot the Xiaomi 9S.
2. Check if sync is enabled in Settings → Accounts → Google → Sync Contacts.
3. If the contacts are stored in the phone’s memory, export them to.vcf and import them again.

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The most reliable way is to sync through a Google account, which ensures that data is kept safe even when you drop your phone or replace it. SIM-map.

FAQ: Frequent questions about contact transfer