How to view contacts SIM-Map in the phone Xiaomi: all the ways

Why contact with the SIM-Maps are not displayed in 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 contacts saved on it don't show up in the phone book? MIUI 14 missing all the numbers on the SIM? This problem is familiar to many users of Xiaomi smartphones — and it is not always related to a breakdown. Most often, the system settings, firmware features or the banal lack of data import are to blame.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to view contacts on the Internet. SIM-The card in the phones Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO — standard-tool MIUI You will also learn why the phone may not see contacts on the SIM, how to transfer them to the device memory and what to do if the numbers are displayed as “unknown”. 13T, Redmi A2+ and POCO F5).

Method 1: Viewing contacts through the standard "Contacts" application

The most obvious, but often ignored by users method is the use of the built-in Contacts app (or Phone in global firmware). MIUI It is by default concealing the contacts with SIM-maps to avoid duplication of records, to see them:

1. Open the Contacts app (an icon with a person’s silhouette).
2. Slip along three horizontal lines (☰) in the upper left corner or swipe to the right to open the side menu.
3. Select Contact Management (or Contact Manager).
4. Click on Import/Export Contacts → Import from SIM-card.
5. Choose. SIM-map (if there are two) and wait for the list to load.

If contacts are displayed but without names (numbers only), this means that they are saved in the ADN format (Abbrieviated Dialing Number), an outdated standard that Xiaomi does not always correctly recognize, in which case exporting to the phone memory (see Method 3) will help.

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Method 2: Use of an engineering menu (for advanced users)

If standard methods fail, you can try accessing contacts via the Engineering Mode, which is suitable for Qualcomm Snapdragon models (e.g. Xiaomi 12 Pro, POCO X4 GT).

Instructions:

1. Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the block. SIM Information and tap on the right SIM-map.
4. Click Refresh – if there are contacts, they will appear in the ADN section.

This method doesn't allow you to edit or export contacts, but it will help you make sure that they are actually saved on the SIM. If the list is empty, the problem may be in the SIM itself. SIM-card (damage, blocking by the operator).

Method 3: Export of contacts with SIM-phone-card

If the contacts on the SIM are displayed but not synced to the phone book, they can be transferred to the device memory, which also solves the problem with "empty" names (when only the number is visible).

1. Open Contacts. → Contact management → Imports/Exports.
2. Select Import with SIM-Maps and target storage: Phone memory or Google account.
3. Check the necessary contacts (or click Select All) and confirm the import.

Once imported, contacts will be available for editing, backing up and syncing with other devices. Please note that if you select a Google account, contacts will automatically upload to the cloud and be available on other gadgets with the same account.

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Before importing, check if there is enough space in the phone’s memory. If less than 500 MB is free, clear the cache or delete unnecessary files – this will speed up the process.

Method 4: Viewing Contacts Through USSD-For old teams (for old ones) SIM-map)

Some of them. SIM-maps of operators (for example, MTS or Beeline of the old sample) contacts can be viewed using the USSD-This method doesn't work on all SIMs, but it can help if other methods don't work.

Try entering the following commands in the Phone application:

• 📞 *#60# – Checking for forwarding (sometimes displays saved numbers).
• 📞 *#31# – Check for hidden numbers (can show the last outgoing numbers).
• 📞 *#100# - balance and history (some operators show frequently dialed numbers).

If you type in a list of numbers, you can manually rewrite them or take a screenshot, and unfortunately, this method does not allow you to export contacts automatically.

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Method 5: Using third-party apps (if nothing helps)

If the built-in MIUI tools fail, third-party utilities will come to the rescue, and we recommend two proven applications:

1. SIM Card Contacts (from Simple Mobile Tools) is a minimalist ad-free app that reads contacts directly from the user. SIM-maps and allows them to be edited.
2. Copy to SIM Card is a utility for two-way copying of contacts between SIM and phone memory.

Warning: Before using third-party applications, disable access to contacts for other programs (in Settings → Applications → Permissions). Some utilities may request unnecessary rights (for example, access to SMS or geolocation) - this is a sign of potentially dangerous software.

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The application side may not work on devices with MIUI 14 and higher due to Android 13 limitations+. In this case, use ADB-forced-reading SIM (instruction).

What to do if your contacts are SIM-The map is not displayed at all.

If none of these methods helped, the problem may be related to:

• 🔌 Damage. SIM-cards (physical defects, oxidation of contacts).
• 🔒 Blocking by the operator (for example, when a SIM card is lost or stolen).
• 📱 Incompatibility of format (old) SIM-contact-card FDN Not supported by modern smartphones).
• 🔄 Firmware failure (especially after update) MIUI).

For diagnosis:

1. Try inserting. SIM-If the contacts are displayed there, the problem is in the settings of your device.
2. Clear the cache of the Contacts and Phone app in Settings → Apps.
3. Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.

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If SIM-The card is old (issued before 2015), its contacts can be stored in format FDN (In this case, only replacing the SIM with a new one with the transfer of numbers in the operator’s cabin will help.

Table: Compatibility of methods with different versions of MIUI

If you have a version MIUI 14th, and the contacts on SIM-map critically important, consider downgrading firmware (downgrading version) or use ADB Forcing data to be read. Instructions for working with ADB For Xiaomi, you will find it in our separate article.

FAQ: Frequent questions about contacts on SIM-map

If none of the methods worked, the contact SIM-The card is critical, so please contact your carrier's salon, they can move numbers to a new SIM using special equipment. SIM" (For example, MegaFon, which blocks access to contacts.