Forgot your own phone number on Xiaomi and donβt know how to look it up? This situation is familiar to many β especially if you recently changed handsets. SIM-Unlike older button phones, where the number was displayed on the screen when turned on, modern smartphones (including Redmi, Poco and Mi) hide this information in the depths of the menu. Luckily, there are at least 5 ways to find your number β and most donβt even need the skills of a programmer.
In this article, we will analyze all current methods: from standard settings MIUI hidden USSD-We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions of firmware (including: MIUI 14/15 And HyperOS, and why sometimes the number doesn't show up at all. SIM-You can find a solution here too!
1. Method: through settings SIM-cards (fastest)
This is the basic method that works on all Xiaomi models β from budget Redmi 9A Xiaomi 14 Ultra flagships, the main condition: SIM-The card must be active and recognized by the system. If you see a network signal in the status bar, follow the instructions:
- Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop).
- Go to section. SIM-Maps and mobile networks (in some versions) MIUI β Mobile network).
- Tap your name on it. SIM-cards (e.g. MTS, Beeline or SIM 1).
- In the menu that opens, find the line My phone number β there will be your number.
β οΈ Warning: If you see an unnamed or empty box instead of a number, it means that the operator is not transmitting the number information to the device.
Check if it's active. SIM-map (if there is a signal from the network)
Reboot your smartphone
Try to pull and insert SIM-map
Update the firmware to the latest version (see Section 5)
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On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global for European market, the path may be slightly different. SIM-Maps, try an alternative route:
Settings β PaSSWORD & security β Privacy β Special app access β SIM card info2. Method: USSD-codes for all operators
USSD-Teams are a versatile tool that works regardless of the phone model and version. MIUI. Each mobile operator has a different code for displaying a number. Here is a current list for Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Belarus:
| Operator. | USSD-code | Note |
|---|---|---|
| MTS (Russia) | *111*0887# or *111# | After dialing, press the call button. |
| Beeline (Russia) | *110*10# | It only works for natural persons. |
| Megafon (Russia) | *205# or *105# | You may need to enter. PIN-code |
| Tele2 (Russia) | *107# | Sending free |
| Kyivstar (Ukraine) | *111# | The answer will come in SMS. |
How to use it USSD-Xiaomi codes:
- Open the phone application (green handset).
- Go to the keyboard tab (if the last calls are open).
- Enter the code for your operator (see table above).
- Press the call button (green tube).
Important: If an error occurs after code is set "USSD-code is not executed, this may mean that SIM-the card is blocked, inactive or requires a profile update.
MTS
Beeline
Megaphone
Tele2.
Other Russian
Foreign operator
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Method: through contacts (if number is saved)
If youβve ever saved your number in Contacts (like βMy Numberβ or βIβ), it can be found in seconds. SIM-cards (for example, if the phone is used as a tablet).
Instructions:
- π± Open the Contacts app (the icon with the man).
- π In the search bar, enter my, me, or the first digits of the number (e.g., 79).
- π If you find a contact, tap it β the number will appear at the top.
β οΈ Note: If you are syncing your contacts with a Google Account or Mi Account, check if your number is removed from the cloud:
- Go to Settings β Accounts and Synchronization.
- Choose Google or Mi Account.
- Make sure that the contact option is enabled.
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If you often forget your number, save it in contacts under the name "!!!!! MY ROUGH!!!" (with exclamation points) so it will always appear first on the list.
4. Method: Calling another phone
The most reliable method, but requiring a second phone, is suitable for all Xiaomi models, including the Poco F5, Redmi Note 12 and older devices on MIUI 10/11.
- Take a second phone (you can have friends or relatives).
- From your Xiaomi, dial this phone number and make a call.
- On the second phone, see which number the call came from β this will be your number.
If you do not have a second phone, you can call:
- π Operator hotline (e.g. 0890 for MTS or 0611 for Beeline).
- π¦ The bank number to which it is linked SIM-card (usually shown on the back of the card).
- π Service echo test (for example, 0999 for Megaphone β after the connection, the announcer will voice your number).
π‘ Tip: If you are calling someone else's phone, first turn off the number detector (if it was hidden). To do this, add *31# before dialing (for example, *31#0951234567).
5. Method: through applications (if nothing helps)
If the standard methods don't work, third-party utilities will come to the rescue. We tested 3 reliable apps that show phone numbers even on locked or inactive devices. SIM-cards (provided that the number has ever been used on the device).
| Annex | Link to Google Play | Features |
|---|---|---|
| My Phone Number | Download | Shows a number without Internet, works on MIUI |
| SIM Card | Download | Displays IMSI, ICCID and number (if available) |
| Network Signal Info | Download | Shows technical information about the SIM, including the number |
β οΈ Note: Do not install apps from unknown sources (outside Google Play). SMS It's not safe to call or call. Check reviews and ratings before you install it.
If you use Xiaomi with HyperOS (new firmware instead of HyperOS) MIUI), Some applications may not read data correctly SIM-- In that case, the cards:
- Check permissions for the application in Settings β Applications β Permissions Management.
- Update the app to the latest version.
- Reboot the phone after installation.
What to do if the app does not show the number?
6. Method: through the engineering menu (for advanced)
This method is suitable for users who are not afraid to "dig" into the system settings. SIM-card including number (if available).
Instructions for Xiaomi:
- Open the Phone app.
- Enter the code ##4636## for new versions MIUI may not work).
- If the code works, select Phone Information.
- Scroll down to the SIM Information block, where the number may be displayed.
π§ Alternative code for MIUI 14/15 HyperOS:
##86583##β οΈ Warning: Do not change the settings in the engineering menu if you do not understand their purpose:
- π΅ Loss of net.
- π Quick battery discharge.
- π± Unstable operation of the communication module.
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The engineering menu is designed for testing and debugging, and if you're not sure what you're doing, use other ways to identify the number.
7. Frequent problems and solutions
Sometimes the phone number is not displayed in the settings or through the USSD-Let's look at the top.-5 causes and ways of eliminating them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The number is not displayed in the settings | The operator does not transmit data | Use it. USSD-code or call another phone |
| USSD-code is not executed | SIM-The card is inactive or blocked | Check balance, restart phone, contact operator |
| Apps don't show a number | No permits. | Go to Settings β Applications β Permissions and enable phone access |
| The number is not fully displayed | The operator hides some of the numbers | Call the operatorβs hotline for clarification |
| No signal from the network. | SIM-card not inserted or damaged | Check the tray. SIM-Try inserting the card into another phone. |
π‘ Advice for two SIM-If you have Xiaomi with two slots (for example, Redmi Note 13 Pro)+), number SIM You can find out separately:
- Go to Settings. β SIM-maps and mobile networks.
- Select the SIM you want (such as SIM 1 or SIM 2).
- Repeat the steps of 1 method for each card.
If you are using eSIM (virtual) SIM-map, number can be found:
- π In a letter from the operator (comes after activation).
- π Through USSD-code (see section 2).
- π± In eSIM settings: Settings β Mobile network β eSIM β Information.