How to transfer contacts from SIM-card to Xiaomi smartphone: all working ways

Transfer of contacts with SIM-Xiaomi smartphone cards are a challenge that every new owner or user faces after resetting. Despite the apparent simplicity, the process has nuances: from limitations to limitations. MIUI work-in SIM-In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of 2026, including hidden system functions, workarounds for outdated models and automation through cloud services.

The main problem is that the modern versions MIUI 14/15 They do not always display the correct contact with SIM-This is due to the transition to cloud solutions and Google's policy to deactivate support for legacy formats. POCO There are ways to move numbers without loss, from manual copying to third-party utilities, and then you'll find step-by-step instructions for each method, including screenshots of key steps and a breakdown of typical errors.

Why are SIM contacts not displayed in Xiaomi?

Problem with lack of contact SIM-Xiaomi phones are linked to several factors:

• 📱 Limitations MIUI: Since version 12, the system is hidden by default. SIM-contacts in the main list, showing them only in a separate tab.
• 🔄 Old storage format: Modern smartphones use vCard 3.0/4.0, SIM-The cards store data in format ADN (Abrivated Dialing Numbers, which does not support fields other than name and number.
• 📶 Operator problems: Some mobile operators (e.g. Tele2 or Iota) block access to the Internet SIM-Contacts via phone menu.
• 🔒 Security settings: C Settings → Annexes → Permissions can be disabled access to contacts for the system application "Phone».

To check if yours is visible SIM-map in the system, go to Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM]. If there is no item "Import contacts" - it means that the card does not support this function or is blocked by the operator, in which case only manual input or use of the second phone as an intermediary will help.

Method 1: Standard import through the Contacts app

The simplest method that works on most Xiaomi models (including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11 and later) is suitable for MIUI 13-15:

1. Open the Contacts app** (a human silhouette icon).
2. Slip on three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Scroll down to Contact Management and click Import/Export Contacts.
4. Select Import from SIM-card → tick the desired contacts (or click “Select all”).
5. Specify your target account: Device (for local storage) or Google (for sync).
6. Confirm the import with the button Ready.

If the item “Imports with” SIM-No card, so your model doesn't support this directly.

⚠️ Note: When importing to a Google account, contacts are automatically synced to the cloud. If you use two-factor authentication, make sure you have backup access codes – if sync fails, data may be lost.

Method 2: Export to VCF and import to Xiaomi

A universal method that works even if the phone can’t see SIM-You'll need a second machine (even the oldest) or a computer with a card reader:

1. Export from SIM to another phone: Insert SIM into any phone (like Nokia 105 or Samsung J2). From the contact menu, select Copy to phone or Export to memory. Save the file in.vcf (business card) format to the memory card.

Transfer the file to Xiaomi

• Connect the memory card to Xiaomi or transfer the file via Bluetooth/Telegram.
• Open the.vcf file and the system will automatically prompt you to import contacts.

Alternative annexes:

• 📌 Copy to SIM Card – for back copying from phone to phone SIM.
• 📌 SIM Card – supports older formats SIM.
• 📌 Contapps – with the function of merging duplicates.