How to completely remove all numbers from SIM-Xiaomi maps: 5 proven ways

Removal of all contacts with SIM-Maps on Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi models, POCO and Mi is the challenge that users face when selling a phone, changing operator or cleaning out outdated numbers. SIM It requires caution: wrong actions can lead to loss of important data without the possibility of recovery. MIUI Up to the Hidden Functions of the Engineering Menu.

Xiaomi's peculiarity is that the manufacturer often modifies the contact management interface, such as in firmware based on the company's existing interface. MIUI 14+ Direct access to editing has disappeared SIM-Contacts via the "Contacts" app and in older versions (up to the previous ones) MIUI 12) this option was available in two clicks, and we took all the nuances and collected methods that work on devices from Redmi Note. 4X (2017 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra flagships (2026).

Before proceeding, check two points: 1 Make sure that the contacts are actually stored on the SIM, Not in your Google or Mi Account (Go to Contacts) → Management → Sources. 2) Keep a backup on hand – even if you plan to delete everything, some operators (e.g. Beeline or Tele2) block access to the service. SIM-Menu after 3 failed attempts to enter a PIN code.

1. Standard method through the "Contacts" application

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Contacts app, but there are pitfalls: newer versions of MIUI have hidden options, and older versions may not support mass removal, and we'll look at both scenarios.

For MIUI 14/13/12.5 (relevant to Xiaomi 13/12/11 series, Redmi Note 12/11):

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Tap on three points (⋮) top-right → Contact management.
3. Select Import/Export → SIM-card management.
4. Click Delete all contacts with SIM (PIN may be required).

For MIUI 11 and older (Redmi 9/8/7 series, POCO X3/F3):

• 📱 Open Contacts. → tap the icon SIM in the top panel (near the search).
• 🔍 Make the first contact with your finger. → Put them all together (or choose to share them all).
• 🗑️ Click on the basket at the bottom of the screen. → confirm removal.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (especially custom) may not have mass removal options. In this case, use the methods in the following sections.

2. Through settings SIM-maps

If the Contacts app doesn’t provide the right options, try an alternative path through system settings, which works on all Xiaomi devices, regardless of the MIUI version, but requires knowing the exact path.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose yours. SIM-card (if two of them).
3. Tap on the contact. SIM-Cards (or Contact Management) SIM).
4. Press three points (⋮) → Delete everything.

On some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60) this section may be called differently:

• 📶 Mobile network → Additionally. → Contacts SIM
• 🔄 Double. SIM access point → Settings SIM1/SIM2 → Contacts

3.Use of the engineering menu (for experienced users)

The engineering menu (#4636##) allows you to control the system. SIM-It's a low-level map, but it requires caution, and it's a good way to do it if the standard methods don't work or you want to completely reset the data. SIM (including messages and network settings).

Step-by-step:

1. Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
2. Go to the tab Information about the phone.
3. Scroll down to the block. SIM-map and select the desired one.
4. Click Delete all contacts (or Reset SIM – this will delete ALL, including network settings!).

Warnings:

• 🚨 Don't press Reset. SIM, If you are not sure, it will reset all parameters, including APN (web-setting).
• 🔒 On some operators (for example, MTS) the engineering menu is blocked.

4. Management applications SIM-contact

If Xiaomi's built-in tools don't work, third-party tools will come to the rescue, and we tested 5 popular apps and selected the two most reliable ones:

Recommendations for use:

• 📲 SIM Card Manager is the best choice for Xiaomi. Once installed, open the app, select SIM-Card and press Delete All. Advantage: supports dual-SIM and shows busy memory.
• 🔄 Contacts+ It is convenient to transfer contacts between SIM telephone, but requires registration.

⚠️ Attention: Some applications (e.g, SIM Contacts Backup request access SMS You can refuse to give us permissions, it could be phishing.

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Before using third-party apps, disable synchronization of contacts with Mi Account in settings (Accounts → Mi Account → Synchronization).

5.Dumping SIM-map USSD-operator

Few people know, but many Russian companies are USSD-command SIM-This method is independent of the phone model and version. MIUI, But it doesn't work with all the tariffs.

List of commands for popular operators:

• 📡 MTS: Dial *111*1234# → Select Control SIM → Clear the contacts.
• 🟢 Beeline: *110*09# → follow the instructions in the answer.
• 🔴 MegaFon: *105*00# → Service settings → Clearing the data.
• 🟠 Television2: *155*1# → Management SIM → Delete everything.

Important:

• 💳 The service can be paid (for example, MegaFon cost – 3 rubles per request).
• 📵 Some teams work only on a positive balance.
• 🔄 After completion SIM-The card can be restarted (the phone will temporarily lose the network).

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USSD-The only way to remove contacts from SIM, If the phone is locked (for example, the pattern lock is forgotten), but SIM-card.

Physical replacement SIM-The cards: When nothing helps

If all software methods are exhausted, then the radical solution remains: replacement. SIM-This is true in three cases:

1. Contacts are blocked by the operator (for example, after 3 failed PIN attempts).
2. SIM-The card is damaged (the phone does not recognize it, but the contacts remain in the chip’s memory).
3. You want to completely reset all data, including call history and SMS.

How to do this:

• 🏦 Visit your operator’s communication salon with a passport.
• 🆔 Ask for a replacement. SIM for a new one with the same number (the service is usually free or costs up to 100 rubles).
• 📱 Insert the new one. SIM All old contacts will be erased without the possibility of recovery.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ 100% guarantee of deletion of all data.
• ✅ New SIM It will work faster, especially if the old 5 is used.+ years).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ It takes time to visit the salon.
• ❌ Tieted to the old SIM Services (for example, MTS Cashback or Beeline Bonus) may be reset.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When working with SIM-Xiaomi users often face typical problems.-5 errors and solutions:

1. Error: “It is impossible to delete contacts — SIM-card blocked" 🔹 Reason: Introduced incorrect PIN 3 times. SIM locked up PUK-code. 🔹 Solution: Find PUK in the contract with the operator or get it through the personal account (for example, lk.mts.ru). PUK phone-in.
2. Mistake: Contacts are gone, but after a while they reappear 🔹 Reason: Sync with Mi Account or Google enabled. 🔹 Solution: Turn off synchronization in Settings → Accounts.
3. Error: The “Delete Everything” option is not displayed in the menu SIM 🔹 Reason: Outdated firmware or custom build (e.g. Xiaomi.EU). 🔹 Solution: Update MIUI through settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

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If after removing contacts, the phone stopped seeing the network, restart the device or manually select the operator in the settings (SIM-maps and mobile networks → Choice of network).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions