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How to import contacts from SIM to iPhone

You've changed phones and want to import contacts from your SIM to your iPhone? Instead of manually importing them, you can easily import contacts from your SIM to your iPhone with a simple process. After importing, you'll see all the phone numbers stored on your iPhone. Below is a guide on how to import contacts from your SIM to your iPhone.

 

Instructions on how to import contacts from SIM card to iPhone.

Step 1:

First, go to Settings , then tap on Apps at the bottom of the interface.

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Step 2:

Moving on to the next interface, we find and tap the Contacts application to proceed with the adjustments.

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Step 3:

In the interface for customizing Contacts settings on the iPhone, users tap Import Contacts from SIM to proceed.

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If you have Gmail connected to your iPhone, you now have the option of using Gmail with iCloud when importing contacts from your SIM card to your iPhone.

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Your SIM contacts will be saved directly and synced with your chosen account. Now you can access the Contacts app and see all the contacts on your SIM. They will also be synced with your iCloud account and available across all your Apple devices.

David Pac
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Update 24 January 2026