How to view contacts SIM-Xiaomi map: All ways + mistake-making

The SIM card in Xiaomi smartphones is not just a tool for calling, but also a store of contacts that many users carry from phone to phone for years. MIUI They may not always be intuitive: they may be hidden in non-obvious menu sections or not displayed at all because of the synchronization settings. SIM-Map of Xiaomi, Redmi and devices POCO (including models of 2020-2026), as well as solve typical problems - from the absence of the item "Import / Export" to errors in reading the map.

The MIUI feature is that the default system hides SIM contacts if they are duplicated with a Google or Mi Account account. In addition, on newer versions of the firmware (starting with MIUI 13), the path to SIM settings has changed — we took this into account in the instructions. If you encounter a situation where the phone does not “see” contacts on the SIM, the reasons can be both software (incorrect settings) and hardware (damaged card).

1. Standard method: through the "Contacts" application

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Contacts app, but there are nuances: depending on the version of MIUI, the path to SIM settings may differ. Consider the current algorithm for MIUI 12-14 firmware.

Open the Contact App** and follow the following steps:

• 📱 Press three points (⋮) top-right → Select Contact Management.
• 🔄 In the menu tap Import / Export contacts → Import with SIM-map.
• 📋 The system will display a list of contacts saved on the SIM. You can view them here or transfer them to your phone memory.

If there is no import/export item, it means:

• 🚫 You have an old version of the Contacts app installed (update it via Google Play).
• 🔧 SIM-The card is not recognized by the system (check if it is active in the mobile network settings).
• 📵 Contacts to SIM They may have been removed or never been stored there).

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If the contact list only shows the numbers without names, it means that the data on the SIM is stored in an incorrect format. Try exporting it to the phone and then editing it.

2. Alternative method: through phone settings

If the Contacts app doesn’t show you the import option, try to do without it. MIUI has a hidden section where you can manage SIM data directly, which works even on custom firmware devices (e.g. Xiaomi.eu).

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings. → Memory. → SIM-map (or settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [name SIM]).
2. Select the Contact Point SIM-Cards (on some models it may be called a telephone book) SIM).
3. The system will open a list of contacts, and you can view them, edit them, or copy them to the memory of the device.

Some smartphones (such as the POCO F3 or Redmi Note 11) may not have this section.

• 🔍 Check if it's active. SIM-card in the slot (sometimes contacts are not displayed if the slot is empty or the card is not recognized).
• 📲 Try restarting your phone – sometimes it helps the system to “see” the data on the phone. SIM.

3. Viewing contacts through the engineering menu (for experienced)

If the standard methods do not work, you can use the engineering menu (or USSD-This method is suitable for advanced users and requires caution - incorrect actions can disrupt the network.

To open the SIM contact list via USSD:

1. Open the Phone app** and enter the code ##4636## (this is a universal code for accessing the Android test menu).

A more reliable way to use AT-commands (require root access or ADB):

adb shell


su




echo 'AT+CPBR=1,250' > /dev/ttyS0

This team will request a list of contacts from 1 to 250 on the first SIM-Careful: misuse AT-commands may cause a failure of the communication module.

4. Import SIM contacts to the phone (Step-by-step)

If you need to not just look at the contact, but transfer the contact with the SIM In memory of the phone, follow this instruction. This is useful if you're planning to change your phone. SIM-card or backup.

Algorithm for MIUI 14 (relevant to Xiaomi 13, Redmi Note 12, POCO X5):

Open the "Contact" appendix"|Press. ⋮ → "Contact management"|Select "Import/Export" → "Import with SIM-map"|Tag the required contacts (or click "Select all")|Click Import and select an account to save (Google or Mi Account)-->

Important nuances:

• 🔄 If contacts are duplicated (already in Google Contacts), the system will suggest combining them or skipping them.
• 📱 On some models (e.g. Redmi) 10A) Import option is available only when inserted SIM slot 1.
• ⚠️ If the import is interrupted, check if the antivirus is blocking it (for example, Mi Security).

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Keep your contacts in your Google account, not your phone’s memory, and that will protect them from being lost when you reset or replace your device.

5. Problem Solving: Why SIM Contacts Are Not Shown

If you are following all the instructions but the contacts on the SIM are still not visible, the reasons may be as follows:

If none of these methods helped, check:

• 📶 Format SIM-cards: old cards (mini-SIM) may not support the storage of contacts.
• 🔧 Regional firmware: on Chinese versions MIUI Some features are limited. Try changing the region in the settings.
• 🛠️ Hardware damage: if the slot SIM It's physically damaged, it can't be readable, and then only repairs can help.

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Before visiting the service center, back up your contacts through your Google account or export them to the VCF file (via the Contact Export in the management menu).

6. Export of contacts from phone to SIM (reverse transfer)

If you need to keep your phone contact back to SIM (For example, to transfer to another machine, use the export function: SIM-The cards have a limit on the number of contacts (usually 250-500) and do not support fields such as email or addresses.

How to export:

1. Open the "Contact»** → ⋮ → Contact management → Imports/Exports.

⚠️ Attention: when exporting to SIM All other data (photos, notes, additional fields) will be lost. If you need to save full information, use export to.vcf.

Also consider:

• 📵 Some of them. SIM-maps (e.g. from Tele2 or Yota) contact recording function disabled by operator.
• 🔄 If exports are interrupted, try to break contacts into groups of 50-100 pieces.

7.Use of third-party applications to work with SIM

If the built-in MIUI tools don't work, you can use third-party utilities that offer advanced features like editing contacts directly to SIM or backing up.

Top.-3 application SIM-contact:

• 📱 SIM Card Contacts (available on Google Play) – allows you to view, edit and reserve contacts on the Internet SIM. Supports the Russian language.
• 🔄 Copy to SIM Card – specializes in transferring contacts between SIM There's a duplicate search function.
• 📋 SIM Contact Manager – utility with the possibility of exporting to CSV/VCF. Useful for mass editing.

Advantages of third-party applications:

• 🔍 More convenient interface for viewing contacts on SIM.
• 📤 Exporting to the cloud (such as Dropbox or Google Drive).
• 🛠️ Tools for Recovering Damaged Records.

⚠️ Note: Before using third-party apps, check their ratings and reviews. Some utilities may request unnecessary permissions (for example, access to the app). SMS geolocation, which is not safe.

FAQ: Frequent questions about SIM contacts in Xiaomi