How to use Xiaomi bonuses: full instructions with life hacks

What are Xiaomi bonuses and why do they need them?

Xiaomi bonuses are the internal currency of the brand ecosystem, which can be earned for activity in applications, purchases or participation in promotions. They act as a discount when paying for goods in official Mi Stores, Mi Home or in service centers. The main advantage is that bonuses can be combined with other promotional codes and sales, which allows you to save up to a few hours. 15-20% shopping.

Unlike cashback or loyalty points from other brands, Xiaomi bonuses have flexible accrual terms, which are not only for purchases, but also for:

• 📱 Registration in Mi Account and confirmation of mail / phone
• 🎮 Daily checks in the Mi Community app (section "Tasks")
• 📦 Reviews of purchased goods with photo / video
• 🔄 Participation in testing beta versions of firmware MIUI

It's important to understand that bonuses are not "live" money — they can't be carded or exchanged for cash, but they can be spent on smartphones, smartwatches, routers, and even service centers. 1 bonus = 1 ruble when paying, but there are nuances with the minimum amount of the order (more about this below).

Where and how to view your bonuses

All bonuses are displayed in the Mi Account to check the balance:

1. Open the official Mi Store app (or the web version of mi.com).
2. Sign in to your account (if not authorized).
3. Slip the profile icon in the upper right corner.
4. Select My Bonuses or Mi Wallet (depending on the version of the app).

The screen will show:

• 💰 Current bonus balance (active to use)
• ⏳ Bonuses pending (accrued after the conditions are met, for example, after confirmation of receipt of the order)
• 📅 Transaction history (when and for what bonuses were accrued/debited)
• ❌ Expired bonuses (expired)

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If bonuses don’t show up, upgrade the Mi Store app to the latest version or clear the cache in your phone’s settings (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Store → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

You can also check the balance in the Mi Home app (profile section). → Mi Wallet) or account.xiaomi.com in the web version.Please note that bonuses are tied to your account, not your device – you can use them on any gadget by logging in to your Mi Account.

How to earn Xiaomi bonuses: all the ways in 2026

Xiaomi offers more than 10 ways to top up your bonus account, and we have collected the latest methods confirmed by users in 2026:

The most profitable ways are to participate in beta testing and write detailed reviews with media files. For example, for a review on Xiaomi 14 Pro with a video review, you can get up to 200 bonuses, and for testing a new firmware - up to 1,000 bonuses (but you need activity in a special chat and sending bug reports).

All Xiaomi devices are linked to one Mi Account|

Visit Mi Community every day for check-ins|

Write detailed reviews with photos / videos on purchased goods|

Participate in promotions and raffles from Xiaomi Russia (follow the news in the Telegram channel)-->

Bonuses are also sometimes given for:

• 🎁 Participation in the draws dedicated to the holidays (New Year, 11.11, Black Friday)
• 📲 Connecting new devices to the Mi Home ecosystem (e.g. adding a smart light bulb or a robot vacuum cleaner)
• 🤝 Inviting friends on the referral program (up to 100 bonuses for each)

⚠️ Note: Purchase bonuses are awarded only when paid through official channels (Mi Store, Mi Home, authorized resellers.

How to spend Xiaomi bonuses: step-by-step instructions

You can use bonuses when placing an order in the Mi Store (app or website) or when paying for services in service centers.

1. Add the goods to the basket and proceed to checkout.
2. At the stage of choosing a payment method, find the Use Bonuses block (usually under the field with a promo code).
3. Enter the amount of bonuses you want to write off (or click Use All).
4. The system will automatically recalculate the total amount of the order, taking into account the discount.
5. Finish the payment in the chosen way (card, Mi Pay, SBP, etc.).

Important nuances:

• 🛒 The minimum order amount for the use of bonuses is 1000 rubles (in some promotions it can be reduced to 500 rubles).
• 🔄 Bonuses can be combined with promotional codes and sales, but not with all, for example, they are not combined with stocks like "50 percent discount on second goods".
• 📦 When paying with bonuses, you cannot choose the imposed payment (payment upon receipt).
• 🔙 If you cancel the order, the bonuses will be returned to the account within a period of time. 3-5 workday.

Bonuses can also be spent on:

• 🔧 Payment for repairs at Xiaomi authorized service centers (up to 30% discount on screen replacement, battery, etc.).
• 📱 Extension of warranty on smartphones and smart devices.
• 🎁 Buying Mi Store Gift Cards (but there are restrictions – you can not pay the entire amount of the card with bonuses).

⚠️ Note: If you pay with bonuses in part (for example, 50% of the order amount), the balance must be paid in another way. The system does not allow you to place an order if the bonuses are not enough to pay in full - in this case, you will have to reduce the amount of write-offs.

Terms of validity and rules of use of bonuses

Each bonus has a validity period, which depends on the method of obtaining it:

• 📅 Standard bonuses (for check-ins, reviews) - valid 12 months from the date of accrual.
• 🎁 Purchase bonuses – valid for 6 months (unless otherwise stated in the terms of the promotion).
• ⚡ Beta bonuses are valid for 3 months, but they can only be spent on certain categories of products (usually new smartphones or smart devices).

Expired bonuses are not refundable, they cannot be refunded or renewed. To avoid losing accumulated bonuses, check the notifications in the Mi Store app (they come 30 and 7 days before expiration), and the expiration date can be seen in the transaction history next to each transaction.

Other important rules:

• 🔄 Bonuses cannot be transferred to another user or account.
• 🛡️ When you block a Mi Account (for example, for violating community rules), all bonuses burn without the possibility of recovery.
• 📱 If you sell a Xiaomi device, untie it from your account in advance – otherwise the new owner will be able to spend your bonuses (they are tied to an account, not to a device).
• 🔙 When returning the goods, bonuses spent on its purchase are returned to the account, but their validity period is not extended.

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The most “long-term” bonuses are those received for check-ins and reviews (12 Prioritize spending short term bonuses first (3-6 months, so as not to lose them.

Hidden bonus opportunities: life hacks and rare ways to use

Few people know, but Xiaomi bonuses can be used for more than direct purchases.

1. Pay for Mi Cloud subscription: If you are short of free 5GB in cloud storage, you can pay for expansion up to 50GB or 200GB with bonuses (under the Mi Cloud section). → Tariffs).
2. Buying digital goods: in some regions, you can pay for themes with bonuses MIUI, Mi Messages stickers or even in-game currency at Mi Game Center.
3. Partial payment for Xiaomi tours: sometimes bonuses can be paid for participation in exclusive events (for example, presentations of new devices or master classes).
4. Exchange for a discount in affiliate stores: Xiaomi periodically holds promotions with SberMegaMarket, M.Video or Eldorado, where bonuses can be converted into promotional codes.

Another life hack is a combination of bonuses and cashback.

1. Pay part of the order with bonuses.
2. Pay the balance with a cashback card (for example, Tinkoff or Sberbank).
3. Get cashback from the full amount of the order (even from the part paid for with bonuses).

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If you have accumulated a lot of bonuses with an expiring date, place an order for a gift card Mi Store in denomination. 1000-3000 So you "fix" the discount and can use the card later when there are profitable sales.

Bonuses can also be used to pay for delivery (if it is paid) or device insurance, and to do this, select the appropriate options when placing an order and apply the bonuses to the total amount.

Frequent Bonus Problems and How to Solve Them

Users often have difficulty with bonuses, and we've collected problems and solutions:

If your problem is not resolved, please contact Xiaomi for support:

• 📧 By mail: support.ru@xiaomi.com (Subject line: "Problem with bonuses").
• 💬 Through chat in the Mi Store app (section "Help").
• 📞 By phone: 8 800 700 01 03 (free call in Russia).

Please indicate in the request:

• Your Mi Account. ID (profile).
• Screenshot of the problem (for example, errors when writing off bonuses).
• Order number (if the problem is related to the purchase).

⚠️ Note: If you receive an email or message suggesting you exchange bonuses for money, it is fraud. Xiaomi does not officially provide such services.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions about Xiaomi bonuses