How to completely remove a bank card from Google Play on a Xiaomi phone: 4 proven ways

Why it’s important to remove maps from Google Play on Xiaomi correctly

Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi, POCO and Mi lines) are closely integrated with Google services, and managing payment data through Google Play is one of the most popular features. However, many users face problems when trying to remove a tied bank card. Unlike iOS, where the procedure is standard, on Android (especially on MIUI firmware), nuances can occur, from the absence of a delete button to synchronization errors.

This article covers all the current ways to remove maps from Google Play on Xiaomi in 2026, including solutions for cases where:

• 🔄 The card is not deleted via the application (button is inactive or absent)
• 📱 The phone has a custom firmware installed or MIUI older than 12th version
• 💳 The map is linked to another Google account but appears in your profile
• 🔒 Error: "Can't update payment information"

We will also discuss the hidden method of removal through the Google Pay API, which works even when standard methods do not help.This information is relevant for all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, POCO X5 Pro, Mi 11 Ultra and older devices on MIUI 11/12/13/14.

Method 1: Delete the map through the Google Play app

This is the basic and simplest method, which works 80% of the time, but Xiaomi can run into bugs with custom firmware.

1. Open the Google Play Store app (make sure you are logged in under the right account).
2. Slip on the profile avatar in the upper right corner.
3. Select Payments and Subscriptions → Payment Methods.
4. Find the card you want to delete and click on it.
5. At the bottom of the screen will appear the button Remove (on some versions of MIUI it may be called Remove the payment method).

If the Remove button is inactive or absent:

• 🔹 Check if the card is linked to active subscriptions (e.g. YouTube Premium or Google One).
• 🔹 Update the Google Play app to the latest version via Settings → Annexes → Google Play Store → Update.
• 🔹 Clear the app's cache: Settings → Annexes → Google Play Store → Warehouse → Clear the cache.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A s MIUI 12.5) After cleaning the cache, you may need to re-authorize your Google account. save backup two-factor authentication codes in advance if it is enabled.

Method 2: Uninstall via the web version of Google Pay

If the Google Play app on your phone doesn’t allow you to delete your card, try doing so through a browser, a technique that is especially useful for Xiaomi users with custom firmware (like Pixel Experience or LineageOS), where there may be sync issues.

Instructions:

1. Open a browser (recommended by Google Chrome) and go to pay.google.com.
2. Sign in with the same Google account as you do on your phone.
3. In the menu on the left, select Payment Methods.
4. Find the map you want and click on three points (⋮) near.
5. Choose Delete and confirm the action.

Advantages of this method:

• 🌐 It works on any device, even if the Xiaomi phone is locked or.
• 🔄 Sync is instantaneous (unlike an app where it sometimes takes up to 24 hours).
• 🛡️ You can delete cards linked to other accounts if you have access to them.

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If the card still appears on Google Play after deleting, try untie it through your bank’s app (Sberbank Online, Tinkoff, etc.) and sometimes banks block Google’s deletion for security reasons.

Method 3: Remove via MIUI settings (for firmware 12.5+)

Starting with MIUI 12.5, Xiaomi has added a separate section for payment data management, a method not documented by Google, but that works consistently on most devices.

1. Go to Settings → Google → Manage your Google account.
2. Select the Payments and Subscriptions tab.
3. Put it on Payment Methods.
4. Find the right map and click on it.
5. At the bottom of the screen will appear the option to Remove payment method (in English version of MIUI – Remove payment method).

Features of this method:

• 🔧 It works even if the Google Play Store is not updated.
• 📲 No Internet connection (data is synchronized the next time you log in).
• 🔄 After removal, it is recommended to restart the phone so that the changes take effect.

⚠️ Note: On some models POCO (for example, POCO F4 GT) Google Account Management may not be available, in which case use Method 2 (Google Pay web version).

Method 4: Delete via Google Pay API (advanced method)

If all previous methods failed, you can use the undocumented Google Pay API, which requires minimal technical skills, but is guaranteed to delete the card even in the most difficult cases.

Instructions:

1. Open your browser on your computer or phone and go to the link: https://payments.google.com/payments/api/offlinemedia?request={"request":{"cardInfo":{"cardClass":"VISA,"lastFourDigits":"1234"}} Replace 1234 with the last 4 digits of your card, and VISA with the card type (MASTERCARD, MIR, etc.).
2. Sign up under your Google account.
3. On the page that opens, find the block with the map data and click Delete.
4. Confirm the action.

Warnings:

• 🛑 Do not use this method unless you are sure of the last 4 digits of the card.
• 🛑 After deletion, the card can remain in transaction history for up to 30 days.
• 🛑 Some banks (such as Tinkoff) may block a card after such deletion for security reasons.

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API-The method is the only way to delete a map tied to a remote Google account that still appears in your profile.

Solving Common Mistakes When Deleting a Card

Even following the instructions, Xiaomi users often encounter errors, and here are the most common problems and solutions:

If none of the solutions worked:

1. Check if your phone has restrictions on your Family Link (even if you are an adult user).
2. Make sure the phone has the correct time and date (incorrect settings can block card transactions).
3. Try removing the card from another device (such as a tablet or computer).

How to Avoid Map Problems in Google Play on Xiaomi in the Future

To avoid having difficulty deleting cards, follow these guidelines:

• 🔐 Use virtual cards (such as those from Tinkoff or Sberbank) for one-time purchases on Google Play.
• 📱 Regularly check the list of tied cards in Settings → Google → Managing a Google Account → Payments and subscriptions.
• 🔄 Disable auto-renewal of subscriptions in advance (for the 2-3 day before the debiting, to avoid blocking the card.
• 🛡️ Set up two-factor authentication in your Google account to protect payment data from unauthorized access.

It's also useful to know:

• Google stores remote card data for up to 6 months for security and chargeback purposes.
• Xiaomi with MIUI 14 has a feature Private mode, which allows you to hide payment information from other users of the phone.
• If you change cards frequently, consider using Google Play Balance, a rechargeable account not tied to bank cards.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing maps from Google Play on Xiaomi