Call forwarding to Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is a useful feature that allows you to redirect incoming calls to another number if your phone is unavailable, busy or you are not answering. This is especially true for business phone owners, those who are often in the area of poor signal, or just want to be in touch even with a dead battery. However, the setting of this option on devices with a MIUI shell has its own peculiarities – standard Android paths may not work here.
In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to activate redirects to Redmi Note 4, including hidden MIUI settings, USSD-command and third-party applications. We will pay special attention to the nuances for MTS, Beeline, MegaFon and Tele2 operators, because each of them has its own conditions and limitations. If you have previously encountered the fact that redirects spontaneously turn off or work unstable, here you will find a solution.
Important: the redirect function depends not only on the phone settings, but also on your carrier’s tariff plan.Some rates (especially prepaid ones) may block this option or charge an additional fee.
1. Method: through standard MIUI settings
The most obvious way is to use the built-in settings of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4. However, depending on the version of MIUI (especially on older firmware), the location of menu items may differ.
Open the Phone app (tube icon) and click on the three dots in the top right corner. In the drop-down menu, select Settings, then go to Calls → Call forwarding. Here you will see four main types of forwarding:
- 📞 Always forward – redirects all incoming calls without exception.
- 🔄 If no response is given, it works after 15-30 seconds of inactivity (time is set separately).
- 📵 If the phone is not available – activated when the phone is turned off or out of coverage.
- 📱 If the line is busy, it redirects the call if you are already on the phone.
Select the type you want and enter the number to which the calls will be redirected. Make sure the number is in +7XXXXXXXXXXX (with the country code) - otherwise the redirect may not work. Once you enter, click Enable and confirm the action.
Make sure that SIM-card supports the service|Check balance (some operators block service with negative balance)|Enter the number in an international format (+7...)|Reboot the phone after activation-->
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If the settings do not include Call forwarding, update the Phone app via Google Play or install an alternative dialer, such as Truecaller.
On the Redmi Note 4 with MIUI 8-10 path to settings may be different: sometimes the option is hidden in Settings → Additionally. → If you can't find this item, try the second way, through USSD-code.
2. Method: USSD-quick-tuning
USSD-Codes are a universal method of managing operator services that works even if settings are in place. MIUI For Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 will fit standard commands, but their syntax may vary depending on the operator.
Open the Phone app and enter one of the following commands (instead of NOMER, substitute the target number in +79123456789):
| Type of forwarding | Team to turn on | Command to shut down |
|---|---|---|
| Always. | **21*NOMER# | ##21# |
| If there is no answer | 61*NOMER15# (15 - time in seconds) | ##61# |
| If not available. | **62*NOMER# | ##62# |
| If the line is busy | **67*NOMER# | ##67# |
Once you enter the command, press the call button. You will receive an SMS or notification from the operator about the successful activation. To check the current redirect settings, send the command #62# (for "unavailable"), #61# (for "no response") or *#21# (for "always").
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It is important for owners of Redmi Note 4 with two SIM-map: USSD-The teams are only working for that. SIM, which is active at the moment, to set up a redirect for the second SIM, Switch it in settings as the main one before entering commands.
⚠️ Note: Some operators (e.g. Tele2) block USSD-commands to forward at unlimited minutes, in which case use the third method - through the operator's application.
3. Method: applications of operators (MTS, Beeline, MegaFon)
If the standard settings MIUI and USSD-The codes didn't work, and the most reliable option is to use your carrier's official app, which is especially true for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, where the shell can conflict with Android system features.
Download your operator’s app from Google Play:
- 📱 My MTS - for MTS subscribers
- 📱 My Beeline - for Beeline subscribers
- 📱 MegaFon-Personal Cabinet - for MegaFon subscribers
- 📱 My Tele2 - for subscribers Tele2
Log in and find the Services → Redirect (name may vary) section, where you can enable visual interface redirection and configure additional settings, such as:
- 🕒 Waiting time before redirection (from 5 to 30 seconds)
- 📵 Conditions of operation (unavailable, busy, unanswered)
- 🔄 List of allowed numbers (for some rates)
The advantage of this method is the stability of the work and the ability to manage redirects remotely (for example, through the web version of the personal account), however, some operators charge a fee for activating the service (usually 1-3 rubles per day).
What to do if the operator’s application does not see SIM-map?
4.Problems and Solutions: Why Redirection Doesn't Work
Even after setting it up properly, a redirect to Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 may not work. Let’s look at the typical reasons and ways to fix them:
1.The operator blocks the service
Some rates (especially prepaid or unlimited minutes) do not support forwarding.
- 📞 Call the operator and check if the service is available on your tariff.
- 💳 Try to change the tariff to more expensive (usually redirect is available at rates from 300-400 rubles / month).
2. Conflict with other services
If you have an activated service like AntiAon, Do Not Disturb (Beeline), or Blacklist, they can block redirection.
- 🔍 Disable all additional services through USSD-team-room.
- 📱 Reboot your phone after disconnecting.
3. MIUI malfunction
Xiaomi shell sometimes resets redirect settings after updates.Solution:
- 🔄 Enter. USSD-command again (e.g. **21*NOMER#).
- 📲 Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.
4.Problems with SIM-card
If SIM-card is old (issued before 2015), it may not support modern services.Solution:
- 🆔 Replace. SIM on the new in the cabin of the operator (free of charge).
- 🔧 Try inserting. SIM in another slot (for two-symbol models).
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If the redirect is not working properly, first check the balance and status of the service through the USSD-request *100# (for MTS/Beeline) or *105# (for MegaFon/Tele2).
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 with MIUI 9 and below may not support redirection for the second SIM-This is a shell limitation, and it can only be solved by updating the firmware or using the shell. USSD-team.
Alternative methods: third-party applications
If the standard methods didn’t work, you can use third-party apps from Google Play, which offer advanced redirect settings, including schedules, number filtering, and call logging.
Top.-3 apps for Redmi Note 4:
- 📲 Call Forwarding – a simple interface with support USSD-Teams for all operators.
- 📲 Auto Forward – allows you to set up a redirect according to a schedule (for example, only during business hours).
- 📲 Dual SIM Forwarding – specifically for dual-symbol phones, supports separate settings for each SIM.
Check reviews before installing, some apps may contain ads or require unnecessary permissions, and we recommend Call Forwarding as the most reliable option with a minimalist interface.
Instructions for setting up through Call Forwarding:
- Download and install the app from Google Play.
- Open it and select the type of redirect (Always, Busy, etc.).
- Enter the number for redirection in the format +79123456789.
- Click Activate and confirm permissions.
The application will automatically send USSD-command on your behalf, and will save settings so that they do not have to be re-entered.
6.How to disable redirects to Xiaomi Redmi Note 4
If you no longer need to redirect calls, it is important to properly disable the service to avoid unwanted write-offs or conflicts with other features.The ways to disable it depend on how you activated the redirect previously.
If you have included through the MIUI settings:
Return to Phone → Settings → Calls → Call forwarding and click Disable for each type of forwarding. Make sure that the off status is next to each item.
If it was included through USSD-team:
Use the commands to disable (see the table in section 2). For example, to cancel the redirect "always" type ##21# and press the call.
If enabled through the operator's application:
Open the app, go to the forwarding section and deactivate the service. Some operators (such as MegaFon) require confirmation via SMS - watch for notifications.
After disconnecting, it is recommended to restart the phone and check the status of the service with the command *#21# (the message "Service is disabled" should come).
7. Frequent questions about redirects to Xiaomi Redmi Note 4
Can I redirect to two numbers at the same time?
Why Redirection Only Works on the First SIM-map?
Are they paying for redirects?
How do I check if the redirect is working?
Can you set up a redirect only for certain contacts?
8 Additional Tips for Redmi Note 4 Owners
If you use redirects often, pay attention to these nuances:
- 🔋 With the battery dead (<15%) Redirecting "unavailable" may not work - the phone turns off too quickly.
- 🌍 In roaming, the service can work differently or be blocked - check the conditions with the operator before traveling.
- 📵 If you use Flight Mode with Wi-Fi enabled, the redirect will not work (mobile network required).
For maximum reliability, combine redirection with other services:
- 📩 Set up notifications for missed calls through SMS (Call information service for most operators).
- ☁️ Use cloud-based contact synchronization (Settings) → Xiaomi Account → Synchronization) so as not to lose numbers when reset.
If you encounter a unique problem not described in this article, check the 4PDA or Mi Community forums, which often discuss specific Redmi Note 4 redirect bugs. For example, a well-known problem: after upgrading to MIUI 11, redirects can spontaneously shut down when you restart, in which case a network reset or firmware rollback will help.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 with two SIM-The redirection works independently for each card. Set it up separately for the main and the secondary. SIM, if necessary.