Guide on How to Check Vivo IMEI Easily

Article Summary

Check IMEI when buying Vivo, used phones, or foreign devices; important for identity and network access.
Quick check with dial code *#06# via Phone app; no internet or additional apps required.
Alternative: see IMEI in Arrangement > About phone or on the sticker on the purchase box.
Check registration status on the official website Customs; register if HP Vivo from abroad to get a network.

Guide on How to Check Vivo IMEI Easily

Every HP Vivo have a number IMEI which functions as a device identity when connected to a cellular network.

Therefore, checking the IMEI is important, especially when you buy a new cellphone., Used HP, or devices brought from abroad.

There are several fairly easy ways to find your IMEI number. For those curious about how, check out the explanation below!

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Complete Guide on How to Check Vivo IMEI

There are several ways to find the IMEI number on a Vivo phone. You can choose the most convenient method, as follows:

Via UMB Dial Code

The fastest way to check Vivo IMEI is to use the universal code *#06#. This method does not require an internet connection or additional applications.

Open the Phone app on your Vivo phone.
Enter code *#06# on the keypad.
Press the call button if necessary.
The IMEI number will immediately appear on the screen.
Note or copy the number to use during the next check.

If your Vivo cellphone supports two SIM cards, usually more than one IMEI number will appear.

Via Settings Menu

You can also view the IMEI in the Settings menu. The menu name may vary slightly depending on the version of Funtouch OS you're using.

Open Settings.
Select About phone or go to More settings > About phone.
Look for the device information section.
Find the IMEI number listed there.

Via Physical HP and Purchase Box

The IMEI number is usually printed on the device's label or sticker and on the purchase box. You can match the number printed on the box with the number displayed on your phone.

If the IMEI number is different, don't ignore it immediately. Double-check the device information and purchase documents to avoid problems using the phone.

How to Check IMEI Registration Status

After getting the IMEI number, the next step is to check the registration status.

For devices officially purchased in Indonesia, you can use the official government service for IMEI verification. Meanwhile, Vivo phones imported from abroad require registration through Customs.

You can access the official Customs and Excise website for registration and IMEI checks for related information and services. Customs and Excise explains that HKT devices imported from abroad must be registered with their IMEI to access Indonesian cellular networks.

If the status shows a registered IMEI, it means the IMEI is already registered in the relevant system. Conversely, an unregistered IMEI status requires further investigation, especially if the phone is imported and doesn't have access to a cellular network.

Solution If Vivo IMEI is Not Registered or Signal is Blocked

Mobile phones with unregistered IMEIs may experience restrictions on access to Indonesian cellular networks. This applies to HKT devices imported from abroad that do not meet IMEI registration requirements.

How to Register an Official IMEI

For Vivo phones brought in from abroad, you can register them through Customs. The process begins by completing the baggage notification and IMEI registration forms, then completing the process at the arrival terminal or Customs office as required.

Passengers are eligible for a customs exemption of up to USD 500 for personal items that meet the requirements. If the process occurs after exiting the customs area, different conditions apply, and the exemption may not be granted.

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