How to securely transfer contacts to Xiaomi on iPhone: Full Guide 2026

Moving from Xiaomi to iPhone is not just about changing the ecosystem, it's also about moving important data. Contacts are often the main headache: how do you keep all your numbers, email addresses and notes intact? In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods of transfer – from classic export through Google Account to little-known methods using the use of the Internet. SIM-maps and third-party applications.

Many users mistakenly believe that it is enough to insert SIM-The card is in the new iPhone — but this method only works with phone numbers, ignoring the rest of the data. Others try to use Bluetooth, but face the limitations of iOS. We have tested all the current methods on Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi Note 12 and iPhone 15 models so you can choose the best option.

⚠️ Note: Before starting the transfer, check if your contacts are synced with your Google Account on Xiaomi. → Google accounts → Sync and make sure the switch next to Contacts is active.

Method 1: Transfer through Google Account (recommended method)

It's the most reliable and versatile way to store all your contacts' data -- numbers, email, addresses, birthdays, even profile photos -- and the key is to have an active Internet connection on both devices.

On Xiaomi, the default contacts are linked to a Google Account if you used it when setting up your phone, and if you didn't, you'll have to export your local contacts to Google Contacts first.

1. Open the Contacts app on Xiaomi.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner → Contact management → Import/Export.
3. Select Export to file (.vcf format).
4. Send the received file to your email or Google Drive.
5. Import the file to Google Contacts via the web version of contacts.google.com.

Now you just need to add a Google account on your iPhone:

1. Go to Settings → Contacts → Accounts → Add an account → Google.
2. Enter your account details.
3. Activate contact synchronization.

Two-factor authentication disabled (if there are login issues)

Xiaomi has enabled synchronization of contacts with Google

There is enough free space on the iPhone to download contacts.

Internet connection stable (better Wi-Fi)

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Important: If you have more 3000 synchronization may take up to 10-15 Don't interrupt the process, even if it seems like nothing is happening - iOS processes data in packets.

Method 2: Use of the SIM-Cards (phone numbers only)

This is a method that works if you only need to transfer phone numbers without additional data, and it doesn't require Internet access, but it has some serious limitations.

• 📞 Only numbers are saved (without names, unless they are inscribed in the "Name" field on the SIM)
• 📱 Maximum number of contacts – 250 (depending on operator)
• 🔄 Numbers are saved in format "+7XXXXXXXXXX", What can cause problems with determining contacts in messengers

Instructions:

1. On Xiaomi, open Contacts → Three Points → Contact Management → Import / Export → Export to SIM-card.
2. Select contacts for export (or click "Select all").
3. Confirm the export. The process can take 1-2 minutes.
4. Extract. SIM-Map and paste it into your iPhone.
5. On iPhone, go to Settings → Contacts → Import contacts with SIM.

⚠️ Note: If you use eSIM on your iPhone, this method won't work, Tele2) block the recording of contacts SIM-map.

Through Google Account

With help. SIM-map

Bluetooth.

Through iCloud

I never could have done it, this is my first iPhone.

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Method 3: Bluetooth Transmission (with limitations)

Bluetooth is not the most reliable way, but it can help if there is no Internet or Internet at hand. SIM-The main problem: iOS severely restricts data exchange over Bluetooth, so you have to use a workaround.

You'll need:

• 📱 Xiaomi with Bluetooth enabled and visibility for all devices
• 📱 iPhone with My Contacts Backup app installed (free on the App Store)
• 📶 Send Anywhere on both devices (alternatively Xender)

Step-by-step:

1. On Xiaomi, export your contacts to a.vcf file (as in Method 1).
2. Open Send Anywhere on both devices.
3. On Xiaomi, select the.vcf file and generate a 6-digit code.
4. On iPhone, type this code into Send Anywhere to retrieve the file.
5. Open the file you receive – iOS will offer to add contacts to the phone book.

If Send Anywhere doesn’t work, try the alternative:

1. Install the “SuperBeam” app from Google Play on Xiaomi.




2.On iPhone, install the same app through the App Store.




3. Create a Wi-Fi hotspot on Xiaomi.




4. Connect your iPhone to this network.




5.In SuperBeam on Xiaomi, select the.vcf file and send it to your iPhone.

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If contacts are not automatically imported, open the.vcf file through the Files app on your iPhone and select Add All Contacts.

Method 4: Transfer over iCloud (for Mac or Windows users)

This method is suitable if you have a computer (Mac or Windows) and plan to actively use iCloud, it allows you not only to transfer contacts, but also to sync them with other Apple devices.

You'll need:

• 💻 Computer with a browser (Chrome, Safari, Edge)
• 📧 Access to Google Account (if contacts are there)
• 🍎 Apple ID login

Instructions:

1. Export contacts from Google Contacts to.vcf: Open contacts.google.com. Click on "More" → "Export" → select the vCard format. Download the file to your computer.
2. Import the file to iCloud: Go to icloud.com and log in. Open Contacts. Click on the gear in the lower left corner → Import vCard. Select the downloaded.vcf file.
3. On iPhone, activate sync with iCloud: Settings → [Your name] → iCloud. Turn on the Contacts switch.

Method 5: Move to iOS app (only when you first set up your iPhone)

If your iPhone is new or has been reset to factory settings, Apple offers an official solution, the Move to iOS app.

• 📁 Photographs and videos
• 💬 History of communications (SMS and MMS)
• 🎵 Browser bookmarks
• 📅 Calendars

How it works:

1. When you first set up your iPhone, select “Data Transfer from Android”.
2. On Xiaomi, install Move to iOS from Google Play.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen – the iPhone will generate the code to connect.
4. Select data for transfer (be sure to mark "Contacts").
5. Wait until the process is completed (it can take up to 30 minutes).

⚠️ Warning: This app only works once, when you first set up your iPhone. If the phone is already set up, you'll have to reset it to factory settings (Settings) → Mainstream → Removing or resetting iPhone → Erase content and settings, which will delete all data!

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The Move to iOS app is the only official way to transfer your message history from Android to iPhone. All other methods (including paid programs) do not guarantee 100% results.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even when following instructions, you may have difficulty, and here are the most common ways to eliminate them:

• 🔄 Contacts are not synced with Google: Check if sync is enabled in Settings → Google accounts → Sync. Delete your Google account and add it again. Update the Contacts app on Xiaomi via Google Play.
• 📱 iPhone doesn't see contacts after import: Go to Settings → Contacts → Accounts and make sure the right account is enabled (Google or iCloud).Reboot your iPhone. Check if your group contacts are hidden (open Contacts" → "Groups").
• ⚠️ Error "Can't import contacts": Try breaking a large.vcf file into smaller ones (e.g. 500 contacts). Use iCloud web instead of mobile. Update iOS to the latest version.

If none of these methods worked, try manually entering critical contacts or contact Apple Support with a description of the problem (attach screenshots of the errors).

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