How to Find IMEI on Android Phone
Need to find the IMEI on your Android phone? This comprehensive guide covers all methods for finding IMEI on Xiaomi, Huawei, OPPO, Vivo, OnePlus, Google Pixel, and other Android brands.
Why You Need Your Android IMEI
Your Android phone's IMEI is a 15-digit number that uniquely identifies your device on cellular networks. You'll need it for:
- Checking warranty status (e.g., Xiaomi, Huawei, OPPO)
- Verifying if a used Android phone is genuine and not blacklisted
- Unlocking your phone from a carrier
- Reporting a lost or stolen device
- Checking for refurbished or tampered devices
For general IMEI information, see our guide on how to find IMEI number on any device.
Method 1: Dial *#06# (Universal Method)
The fastest way to find the IMEI on any Android phone is the universal dial code:
- Open the Phone or Dialer app
- Enter
*#06#on the keypad - The IMEI number(s) will appear automatically on screen
For dual-SIM phones, both IMEI 1 and IMEI 2 will be displayed. You can long-press the number to copy it or take a screenshot.
This method works on virtually all Android phones regardless of brand, including Xiaomi, Huawei, OPPO, Vivo, OnePlus, Realme, Google Pixel, Motorola, and more.
Method 2: Check in Settings
The IMEI can always be found in the phone's settings. The exact path varies by manufacturer:
Stock Android / Google Pixel
- Open Settings
- Tap About phone
- The IMEI is displayed on this page
Xiaomi (MIUI/HyperOS)
- Open Settings
- Tap About phone
- Tap Status information or scroll down to find IMEI
- Tap IMEI information for details
Huawei (EMUI)
- Open Settings
- Tap About phone
- Tap Status → IMEI information
OPPO (ColorOS)
- Open Settings
- Tap About phone
- Tap Status → IMEI information
Vivo (OriginOS/Funtouch OS)
- Open Settings
- Tap About phone
- Tap Status information → IMEI
Samsung (One UI)
- Open Settings
- Tap About phone
- The IMEI is displayed directly, or tap IMEI information
For Samsung-specific details, see our guide on how to find IMEI on Samsung.
Method 3: Check the SIM Tray
Many Android phones have the IMEI engraved or printed on the SIM card tray:
- Use a SIM ejector tool to remove the SIM tray
- Inspect the tray for engraved numbers
- The 15-digit number is your IMEI
This is common on Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, OnePlus, and some Xiaomi and Huawei models. Not all manufacturers engrave the IMEI on the tray, so this method may not work for every phone.
Method 4: Check the Original Packaging
If you have the original retail box, the IMEI is printed on the barcode label:
- Find the original phone box
- Look for the barcode label (usually on the side or bottom)
- Find the "IMEI" or "IMEI 1/IMEI 2" field
This method works for all brands and is especially useful when the phone won't turn on or is lost. Always compare the packaging IMEI with the one shown in Settings—if they don't match, the phone may have been tampered with.
Method 5: Check Under the Battery (Older Phones)
On older Android phones with removable batteries, the IMEI is printed on a label inside the battery compartment:
- Power off the phone
- Remove the back cover
- Remove the battery
- Look for the IMEI on the label inside
This applies to older models from Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Motorola, and other brands manufactured before approximately 2015.
Method 6: Google Dashboard (For Lost Phones)
If your Android phone is lost or stolen and was connected to your Google account, you can find its IMEI through Google Dashboard:
- Go to myaccount.google.com/dashboard on a computer
- Sign in with your Google account
- Scroll to the Android section
- Click on your lost phone to see its IMEI
Alternatively, visit google.com/android/find to see your registered devices. Note that Google may not display the IMEI for all devices—only those that were properly registered.
Method 7: Use ADB (For Developers)
If you're comfortable with developer tools and have USB debugging enabled, you can find the IMEI using ADB (Android Debug Bridge):
- Connect your phone to a computer with USB debugging enabled
- Open a terminal/command prompt
- Run:
adb shell service call iphonesubinfo 1 - The IMEI will be displayed in the output (you may need to decode it from the raw output)
On newer Android versions, you may need: adb shell getprop ro.serialno (this gives the serial number, which is related but not the IMEI).
Brand-Specific Tips
Xiaomi
Xiaomi phones (including Redmi and POCO) display the IMEI in Settings > About phone. You can also use the Mi Account to find registered device IMEIs at i.mi.com. For warranty checks, use Xiaomi IMEI check.
Huawei
Huawei phones show the IMEI in Settings > About phone > Status. For Honor devices (post-2020), the process is the same. You can also find the IMEI in the My Huawei app under device information. For warranty checks, see our Huawei warranty check guide.
OPPO and Vivo
OPPO and Vivo phones display the IMEI in Settings > About phone > Status. The HeyTap Cloud service (for OPPO) and vCloud (for Vivo) also list registered device IMEIs. For OPPO verification, see our OPPO IMEI check guide.
Google Pixel
Pixel phones show the IMEI in Settings > About phone. You can also find it in the Google Store order confirmation email or through your Google account dashboard.
What If the IMEI Shows "Null" or "Unknown"?
If your Android phone shows "null," "unknown," or an empty string where the IMEI should be, this indicates a problem with the EFS (Encrypted File System) partition. Common causes include:
- Flashing custom ROMs or firmware
- Failed OTA updates
- Rooting and modifying system files
- Hardware damage to the modem/baseband chip
A phone with a null IMEI cannot connect to cellular networks. You'll need to visit an authorized service center to restore the IMEI. Always check the original packaging for the correct IMEI number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is IMEI in Android settings?
On most Android phones, go to Settings > About Phone > Status > IMEI information. On some brands, it may be under Settings > About Phone > IMEI or Settings > About Device > Status. The exact path varies by manufacturer (Xiaomi, Huawei, OPPO, etc.) but is always under the About section in Settings.
What if dial code *#06# doesn't work on Android?
If *#06# doesn't work, the phone may have a modified dialer, carrier restrictions, or a corrupted EFS partition. Try Settings > About Phone > IMEI instead. If the IMEI shows as null or unknown, the EFS partition may be damaged. Use the original packaging or purchase receipt to find the correct IMEI, and contact the manufacturer for repair.
Can Android IMEI be changed?
Technically, the IMEI can be changed using specialized software and root access by modifying the EFS partition. However, changing IMEI is illegal in most countries (including the US, UK, EU, and China). It voids the warranty and can result in the device being permanently blocked. IMEICheck can detect IMEI tampering by comparing the IMEI with the device hardware information.
Do Android tablets have IMEI?
Only Android tablets with cellular (LTE/5G) capability have an IMEI number. WiFi-only tablets do not have an IMEI. Instead, they have a serial number and sometimes a MAC address. If your tablet supports SIM cards, you can find the IMEI using the same methods as a phone: dial *#06# (if it has a dialer) or check Settings > About Tablet > Status.
Conclusion
Finding the IMEI on an Android phone is simple and can be done through multiple methods. The universal dial code *#06# works on virtually all devices, while the Settings menu provides additional details. For lost phones, Google Dashboard and brand-specific cloud services can help you retrieve the IMEI. Always keep a record of your IMEI in a safe place—it's your device's most important identifier.
Once you have your IMEI, run a comprehensive check at IMEICheck to verify your device's warranty, carrier status, and blacklist.