How to Know Country of Origin of Mobile Phone from IMEI Number

Learn How to Know Country of Origin of Mobile Phone from IMEI Number and Phone Quality.

Many People want to know country of Origin of their Mobile Phone to know Quality of there Android Smartphone or Apple iPhone. Well, the IMEI Number of your Phone can provide this Information. All Mobile Phone Manufacturers Add Critical and Useful Information in the IMEI Number of Each Phone that they Manufacture or Assemble. Information related to the Country in which the Phone was Manufactured or Assembled is also Hidden in the 15-Digit IMEI Number of Every Phone or iPhone.

How to Check IMEI Number of Mobile Phone

IMEI stands for International Mobile Equipment Identity. It is a 15-digit number. You can find this number on the packet of the mobile phone. You can also find it by removing the back cover and it should be on the sticker on the battery.

You can also Get IMEI Number of your Mobile Phone, Android Smartphone or Apple iPhone by Dialing *#06#

This Same Code Applies to All Mobile Phone Brands including: Samsung, iPhone, Huawei, Xiaomi / Redmi, Oppo, LG, Motorola, Mobicel, Lenovo, Nokia, etc.

Here is an example of a typical IMEI code: 861181041053862

How to Know Country of Origin of Mobile Phone from IMEI Number and Quality of the Phone

Let us Take Example of the IMEI code: 861181041053862

The 7th and 8th number of the IMEI represents its country of origin or the country in which the phone was manufactured or assembled. In the above Example we can see that the 7th and 8th Digits are – 04. This is How we can know the Country of Origin of the Phone.

IMEI Codes and Country of Origin of Mobile Phone and Quality

How to Know Country of Origin of Mobile Phone from IMEI Number

7Th-8Th Digit Country of Origin Quality
00 Original Factory Best of All
01 / 10 / 70 / 91 Finland Excellent
02 UAE / India Fair
03 / 04 France / Canada Best
03 / 30 Korea / China Good
04 / 40 China / Hong Kong Good
05 / 50 Brazil / USA / Finland Good
06 / 60 Hong Kong / China / Mexico Good
07 / 08 / 80 / 20 Germany Fair
09 India Fair
13 Azerbaijan Very Bad
18 Singapore Fair
41 / 44 UK Fair
67 USA Very Good
71 Malaysia Bad
80 Hungry Fair

So, This is How to Know Country of Origin of Mobile Phone from IMEI Number and Quality of the Phone.

PS: Though the above Codes are True for Most Mobile Phone Manufacturers, they may not work for 1-2 New Brands and also Sony Erickson.

IMEI Number and Country of Origin FAQs

You can find the IMEI number of your mobile phone by dialing *#06# on your phone's keypad. The IMEI number will be displayed on the screen. You can also find the IMEI number on the sticker underneath the battery of your phone, or on the box your phone came in.

Yes, it is legal to check the country of origin of a mobile phone using its IMEI number. However, it is important to note that not all websites that offer this service may be trustworthy. It is recommended that you use a reputable website to ensure the safety and security of your personal information.

Some reputable websites that can help you determine the country of origin of your mobile phone using its IMEI number include IMEI.info, IMEI24.com, and Swappa.com. It is important to note that while these websites are considered reputable, it is always a good idea to do your own research and use caution when sharing personal information online.

No, the country of origin of a mobile phone does not necessarily affect its performance or quality. However, it may be helpful to know the country of origin of your phone in case you need to purchase replacement parts or have it repaired. Additionally, some people may prefer to buy products that are made in certain countries for personal reasons, such as to support local businesses or to avoid products made in countries with poor labor practices.

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30 Responses

  1. I have samsung m5, this phone have two IMEI code, the 7th and 8th digit of 1st imei code is 16 and the 2nd imei code is 42
    I Hope to give me reply by email

  2. professional course says:

    information is in very detail… thanks

  3. Henok W Tekeste says:

    where’s 47 from

  4. Sarah Woodcock says:

    Hi there Santosh,
    The instructions in the phone I just purchased are in Russian and 2 other languages I can’t recognise, which raised my concerns abt it not being a UK phone. I haven’t therefore touched it for now. I’ve seen the chart on IMEI codes and mine has 13 for the 7th & 8th digits – Azerbaijan – explains the Russian I guess, but the quality is described as ‘very bad’. This is hugely alarming, so I think I best return it for a refund. Apart from quality I need to be able to read the instructions, so not a suitable purchase. I didn’t know anything abt this stuff, so think I have been caught unawares. Mobile phone sourcing is a nightmare for non-tech folk.

  5. is this available for iphone??

  6. Ahmed Tariq Ouidadi says:

    Can you please answer me , my mid numbers are 77 which country is the FAC ? is it good ? hope that you ‘ll answer me

  7. Puriya says:

    the 7th and 8th number of my phone in 81. what is its factory?(note 20 ultra)

  8. Thushara J says:

    My phone 68 are the mid numbers. Origin is Vietnam. How is the quality?
    Samsung Galaxy A12

  9. Gary says:

    Bought a refurb 3310, stated made in Finland. Did *#06# and 7th and 8th say (60). Phone chassis says (04) Made in Finland, now I’m confused .com

  10. My mobile 7th and 8th digit is 31 and 36? Where is it origin?

  11. What about 00?

  12. What about 31 and 36?

  13. Gopal Chadha says:

    Which country code is 14 and 55 please?

  14. Alice says:

    Hi Santosh, Thanks a lot for the knowledge. I am glad that I know where my Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus was manufactured.

  15. Wasantha says:

    What about 11 digits ..please reply

  16. Zohaib says:

    7 & 8th number of my mobile IMEI number is 11. Can you tell me which country it is

  17. Michael says:

    Hi . Thans . What about 11 my 7th and 8th of my imei is 11 . What does it mean ? Plz

  18. muwanga says:

    Nice

  19. Ahmed says:

    Mr. Santosh Das , Did you notice the changes of the formula of Imei ?
    For example, I bought the new Samsung Galaxy A71 , which was launched in india this February, and it was written on the phone box ( Made in India ) , also, the imei 7th and 8th numbers are ( 11) , what does that mean for you?

  20. tariku says:

    Dear Santosh, is there mobile phone repairing tools importer ftom you in Ethiopia ?

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