How to turn off roaming on Xiaomi phone: all ways (MIUI 14/15)

Roaming on Xiaomi smartphones can cause unexpected costs, especially if you often travel or live in border regions. Even on a home network, the operator sometimes connects international roaming without notice - for example, when the base station signal is weak. In this article, we will discuss all ways to turn off roaming on devices with MIUI 14/15 firmware, including hidden settings and nuances for different models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T, etc.).

Xiaomi features duplicate menu items in different sections, we will show you where to look for settings to guarantee that you block roaming data and calls, and you will learn how to check if roaming is connected in the background, and what to do if the operator ignores your settings.

Why does roaming turn on on itself?

The main reasons for automatic roaming connection on Xiaomi:

• 📡 Weak signal of home network: the phone passes to neighboring towers of foreign operators (often in border areas).
• 🔄 Software update. MIUI Sometimes network settings are reset.
• 📱 Double. SIM-One of the sims can be set to automatically roam.
• 🛠️ The failure of the communication module. occurs on the Redmi 10 and POCO M4 Pro after falls.

Important: Some operators (such as MTS or Beeline) activate roaming when you first connect to a foreign network, even if you have not used the Internet, which can lead to a charge for a “passive” connection.

Method 1: Disabling roaming through basic settings

The easiest method is to use the standard MIUI menu. The instructions are relevant for all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models on MIUI 12-15 firmware:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (or Network and Internet on older versions).
3. Select Mobile Network.
4. Tap your name on it. SIM-If there are two cards, repeat them for each).
5. Move the data roaming slider to the off-site position.
6. Below, turn off Automatic Roaming (if there is a paragraph).

On some models (Xiaomi 12S Ultra, Redmi K50) the path may be slightly different.

Settings → SIM- Maps and Mobile Networks → [Select SIM] → Roaming → Disable all sliders

Reboot your phone after the changes

Make sure there is no “R” or “ROAM” icon next to the network indicator

Call *111# (for Beeline) or *100# (for MTS) and check roaming status.

Turn off data transfer for 10 minutes and check if roaming has returned-->

Method 2: Block roaming through the engineering menu

If standard settings don’t work, roaming can be blocked through an engineering menu, a method that is suitable for power users and requires caution.

Instructions for MIUI 14/15:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636###.
3. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information.
4. Scroll down to the Set preferred network type block.
5. Select LTE only or 3G only (this will limit network search).
6. Go back and tap to Turn off automatic network selection.

⚠️ Warning: Changes in the settings in the engineering menu may cause network loss. If after manipulation the phone stopped catching the signal, reset the network settings in Settings. → The phone. → Resetting settings → Resetting network settings.

Method 3: Turning off roaming through USSD-team

Each operator provides each USSD-This is the most reliable way, because the lock is on the operator side, not the phone.

After shipping. USSD-You'll get the commands. SMS Save this message, which you will need if the operator tries to write off money for "unauthorized" roaming. At some rates (for example, "All inclusive" from MegaFon), roaming is only disabled through the personal account.

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If USSD-No commands are working, try sending them via another device with the same SIM-Sometimes the lock is due to a malfunction of the Xiaomi communication module (especially on models with Snapdragon 4 Gen 1).

Method 4: Using applications to block roaming

If the built-in tools don't help, you can install third-party utilities.

• 🛡️ Network Signal Info – shows the current network and blocks connections to foreign operators.
• 🔒 Roaming Control – automatically disables data transfer when roaming is detected.
• 📡 4G LTE Switch – fixes the type of network, preventing the transition to roaming frequencies.

Example of Network Signal Info configuration:

1. Install an app from the Play Market.
2. Open the Signal tab.
3. In the menu, select Notification Settings.
4. Activate the option to Warn about roaming.
5. Set a signal threshold (e.g. -100 dBm) at which the phone will block the connection.

⚠️ Note: Roaming blocking apps require permission to access SMS Install them only from official sources. MIUI 15 may require additional permission in Settings → Annexes → Special access → Access to SMS.

How to check if roaming is really turned off?

Even after all the manipulations, roaming can be activated in the background.

• 📶 Network indicator: The status bar should not have the letters "R", "ROAM" name of the foreign operator.
• 📊 Traffic statistics. Go to Settings. → Connections → Use of data → Mobile network and check if traffic is growing in roaming.
• 📞 Call a short operator number (e.g. *111# for MTS) and request roaming status.
• 🌍 Geolocation. If you're not abroad, but your phone shows a foreign network, it's a sign of a failure.

On Xiaomi 13 and newer models, there is a hidden network check feature:

Settings → About phone → All parameters → SIM-card status → Network operator

If this menu doesn't show your operator, then roaming is still active.

1. Reboot the phone.
2. Manually select the network in Settings → Mobile Network → Network Operators → Select manually.
3. If the problem persists, contact the operator with a requirement to block roaming at the SIM-card level.

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Even if roaming is disabled on the phone, the operator can activate it remotely, the only way to avoid debits is to block the service through your personal account or a support call.

What if the roaming is activated without your knowledge?

Situation: you haven't traveled abroad, but you've received an SMS about roaming.

1. Don't panic or take it out. SIM-card – this may interrupt the session and lead to additional write-offs.
2. Disable Data Transfer in the settings immediately.
3. Call the operator (support numbers are usually listed on the official website) and request that roaming be turned off.
4. Take a picture of the screen with the roaming notification – this is proof to challenge the write-offs.
5. Write a claim in support of the operator demanding a refund, in the text state: date and time of connection roaming, actual location (with confirmation of geolocation), the requirement to provide details with justification of charges.

In practice, operators often meet if roaming is their fault, for example, Beeline returns funds if the connection occurred in the border area without crossing the border, the main thing is to provide evidence (screenshots, geolocation data).

FAQ: Frequent questions about roaming on Xiaomi