Have you turned on a Xiaomi smartphone or tablet, and instead of a desktop, you have a Regulatory Info that says, "Select a country?" Or the device suddenly blocked access to the mobile network by showing the same message? Don't panic, it's not a virus or a breakdown. Regulatory Mode is a standard feature of MIUI firmware that appears when you change your region of use or when you reset your settings.
In this article, we will discuss in detail what Regulatory Xiaomi is, why it is activated (including on new devices right out of the box), and most importantly, how to choose the right country to avoid losing the functionality of the phone.
What is Regulatory Info on Xiaomi and why is it necessary?
Regulatory Info (or Regulatory Domain) is a mechanism for Xiaomi devices to meet local communication regulations, simply put, the phone checks which country you are using it in and adjusts the settings:
- 📡 Frequency bands for mobile network (2G/3G/4G/5G), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- 📶 Maximum signal transmission power (to avoid exceeding local limits)
- 🔋 Certified standards for chargers and accessories
- 📱 Available functions (e.g, FM-radio NFC It may be disabled in some regions)
This mechanism is mandatory for all modern smartphones, but Xiaomi has implemented it especially strictly, for example, if you bought a phone in China and brought it to Russia, the system will require you to confirm the change of region, otherwise the mobile network and Wi-Fi may not work correctly or at all.
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If your country is not on the Regulatory Info screen, select the nearest region with similar communication standards (for example, Russia is suitable for Kazakhstan, for Ukraine – Poland).
It is important to understand that the Regulatory is not a lockdown, but a protection against violating local radio frequency laws. For example, in the EU and the US, there are strict restrictions on the power of Wi-Fi transmitters, and in Asia these regulations are milder. If you choose the wrong region, the phone can either perform worse (weak signal) or violate local rules (which theoretically can be fraught with fines for telecom operators).
When and why does the Regulatory name appear on Xiaomi?
Regulatory Info can pop up in a few cases, and here are the most common ones.
| Situation | Cause of the occurrence | What do you do? |
|---|---|---|
| New phone in the box | First Enablement Requires Selection of Region to Adjust Frequency | Select your country from the list |
| Resetting (Hard Reset) | After resetting, all settings, including the region, are reset. | Re-indicate the country of use |
| Firmware update | New version of MIUI may reset regulatory settings | Confirm the current region or select a new one |
| Shift. SIM-foreign-card | Phone detects operator network change and offers to update the region | Select the operator’s country or leave the current one |
| Manual change of region in settings | User manually changed country to Settings → Additional → Region | Confirm a new region or cancel changes |
This is especially common for Chinese firmware devices (such as the domestic Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G or Xiaomi 13 Ultra) that are initially set to China and require a region change when first switched on outside China, and if not, the mobile network and Wi-Fi may malfunction or not turn on at all.
How to Choose the Right Country in Regulatory Info
If the Regulatory Info window appears on the screen, follow the following steps:
- Press Next at the bottom of the screen.
- Find your country (e.g. Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine) in the list of countries, and if you don’t have your country, choose the nearest region with similar communication standards (see tip above).
- Confirm the choice with the Confirm button.
- Wait for the device to restart (usually takes 1-2 minutes).
☑️ Post-region verification
If the mobile network or Wi-Fi is not working after the restart:
- 🔄 Restart your phone again.
- 📶 Check if Auto-Select Network is enabled in Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
- 🌍 Make sure that the settings of the region (Settings) → Additionally. → Language and region) same country as in the Regulatory Info.
What if the country is selected but the network is not working?
On devices with Chinese firmware after changing the region, additional configuration may be required:
⚠️ Note: If you chose a country outside China (e.g. Russia) on a phone with China firmware, some services (e.g. Mi Pay or Mi Cloud) may stop working. 5G.
Can Regulatory Info be False and Why You Shouldn’t
There are often tips on how to “cheat” the Regulatory system, such as choosing a country with less stringent restrictions (such as Hong Kong or Singapore) to amplify a Wi-Fi signal or mobile network.
- 🚫 Violation of local laws: In some countries (e.g. the EU), the use of uncertified frequencies is punishable by fines for operators who can pass device data to regulators.
- 📵 Connection problems: The phone may not work properly with local towers, lose network, or quickly discharge due to constant signal search.
- 🔧 Denial of warranty service: If the service center finds that the region is chosen incorrectly, this may cause denial of repairs under warranty.
The only valid exception is if your country is not on the list and you have to choose the closest one, for example, for Belarus you can choose Russia, for Armenia you can choose Turkey, in which case the risks are minimal, since the communication standards in neighboring countries usually coincide.
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Choosing the wrong region can lead to a loss of warranty and legal issues.Always state the real country of use, even if it limits some features.
How to Reset Regulatory Info if Your Phone is Locked
Sometimes, after a bad region change, the phone may be stuck on the Regulatory Info screen, preventing you from selecting a country or going back, in which case resetting:
- Turn off the phone.
- Press the Power and Volume buttons up at the same time to enter Recovery mode.
- With the help of volume buttons, select Wipe Data (or Clear Data) and confirm the choice with the power button.
- After the reset, the phone will reboot and again prompt you to select a region.
If the reset didn’t help (for example, on phones with a locked bootloader), try:
- 🔌 Connect your phone to your PC and use the Mi Flash Tool to flash to the official global version MIUI.
- 📱 Contact Xiaomi Service Center to unlock the region (a check or confirmation of purchase is required).
⚠️ Warning: Recovery will remove all data from your phone, including photos and contacts.If you have important information, try connecting to Wi-Fi first (if possible) and backing up via Mi Cloud.
Regulatory Info on different Xiaomi models: features
The procedure for selecting a region may vary slightly depending on the model and firmware version, and here are the key nuances for popular devices:
| Model/Series | Features of Regulatory Info | Recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 11/12/13 | China ROM may require a link to a Mi Account after changing region | Get your Mi Account in advance to avoid blocking |
| Xiaomi 13/14 series | 5G support depends on the region you choose (in some countries, 5G may be disabled) | Choose a country where 5G is officially allowed (e.g. Russia, UAE) |
| POCO F4/F5 | The list of countries is wider on the global versions than on the Chinese. | For POCO, it is better to use global firmware (Global ROM) |
| Xiaomi Pad 5/6 | Tablets may not have a mobile network, but Wi-Fi regulatory settings are mandatory | Choose the country where you use Wi-Fi (for example, for a router in Russia - Russia) |
On devices with HyperOS (new firmware from Xiaomi, which came to replace the new version) MIUI In 2026, the process of selecting a region became a little easier: the system automatically determines the country by the number of countries in the region. SIM-card IP-You can still change the region manually through Settings. → The phone. → Regulatory information.
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes when working with Regulatory Info.
- 🌍 The choice of the country for the future: for example, choose USA, planning a trip, but forgetting to change region on return can lead to problems with local networks.
- 🔄 Frequent change of region: If you change country too often (e.g. every day), the system can block the choice for 24 hours.
- 📱 Ignoring updates: After changing the region, you need to update the firmware - in new versions MIUI Errors can be corrected for your region.
- 🛠️ Self-editing files: Some "craftsmen" try to manually edit files /system/etc/regulatory.db This can lead to a phone blink (completely inoperable.
To avoid problems:
- Always choose the real country of use, not the one where the network catches better.
- After changing the region, restart your phone and check your mobile network and Wi-Fi.
- If you are planning a trip, check in advance if your Xiaomi model supports local frequencies (for example, the US and Japan use unique 4G/5G bands).