How to Fix Invalid IMEI on my TECNO Phone

What causes “invalid IMEI” to show on your TECNO smartphone’s display could be a variety of issues: using the device after a factory reset on it, flashing your Android with the SIM card left in it, and others. Sometimes, the culprit might be a problem in your Android’s MTK setup.

IMEI — which means International Mobile Equipment Identity — is that unique 15-digit serial number every GSM cell phone carries. As you might have guessed from its name, an IMEI number is used by GSM service providers for identifying your Android mobile phone.

But when your device displays the “invalid IMEI” error message, you find out that you can’t make or receive phone calls and can’t send or receive text messages.

Fortunately, this post explains “invalid IMEI number” solutions to help nip the issue in the bud.  It’s a step-by-step guide on how to change IMEI on TECNO smartphones, covering areas such as how to fix invalid IMEI on TECNO phones, how to fix invalid IMEI without root, and related issues.

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How can I solve the invalid IMEI problem on my TECNO phone?
The method explained in the steps below on how to fix the issue of invalid IMEI on TECNO works for almost all phone models from the maker.

Before you proceed, consider enabling developer options in Settings. Let’s get started:

Dial *#06# to know your current IMEI number (you may write it down somewhere)
Download the MTK Engineering Mode app from the Play Store
Launch the mobile app
Tap Connectivity > CDS Information
Select Radio Information
If your phone is the dual-SIM type, click on Phone 1 and then Phone 2
If it supports a single SIM, then tap on Phone 1
In the next menu that shows up, put a space in the (AT+) bar, and delete the space
This brings up a tab, where you click on AT+EGMR=1,7’’’
Put a space in AT+EGMR=1,7’’’
Tap Send AT command
Restart your Android
For the IMEI number of SIM 2, go to Phone 2
Tap AT+EGMR=1,10’’’
Put a space in the code
Restart the phone
Having completed the steps above, you can now dial *#06# again. You can also find the IMEI number in Settings or at the back/front of your phone’s battery.

Your IMEI number should now be valid. In this technique, we’ve highlighted how to fix invalid IMEI without root.

Hint: You can also check, "How to Track a Phone in Kenya".

Step-by-step guide on how to change IMEI on TECNO
If the method above doesn’t work for your specific TECNO phone model, you can give the procedures explained below a try. Lots of Android users have this pertinent question on their mind: “Can I change my phone’s IMEI number?” If you’re one of such people, note that you can do so.

In this section, we’re looking at two methods for achieving that aim. One of the simplest procedures for fixing the invalid IMEI issue is to change your phone’s IMEI.

Method one: Using dialing code

With developer options still enabled from the method above, you can proceed as follows:

Dial *#*#3646633#*#* or *#7465625#
This operation takes you to EngineerMode
Tap Connectivity > CDS Information
Select Radio Information
If your phone is the dual-SIM type, click on Phone 1 and change the first IMEI number
You’ll find a place to enter the code: AT+EGMR=1,7,” IMEI 1”
Copy and paste this code there
Reboot the device once you get a response saying the command is successfully sent
Go to Phone 2 for the second IMEI number
Copy and paste this code: AT+EGMR=1,10,” IMEI 2”
Restart the smartphone
Method two: Using the app

Some TECNO models don’t support the use of the dialing code in the first procedure for changing IMEI without the root above. This second method should work effectively for these smartphones:

Launch the MTK Engineering Mode app downloaded earlier
Tap Connectivity > CDS Information
Select Radio Information
If your phone is the dual-SIM type, click on Phone 1 and change the first IMEI number
You’ll find a place to enter the code: AT+EGMR=1,7,” IMEI 1”
Copy and paste this code there
Reboot the device once you get a response saying the command is successfully sent
Go to Phone 2 for the second IMEI number
Copy and paste this code: AT+EGMR=1,10,” IMEI 2”
Restart the smartphone
NB: Changing your phone’s IMEI number is a punishable act if you alter it to that of a stolen device. In many countries, modifying an IMEI number is illegal, but it isn’t in Africa and Asia. However, note that changing the number is likely to damage a phone.

Hint: You can also check,  "How to Find a Stolen or Lost Phone".

What do I do if my IMEI is invalid?
When you encounter this problem, simply use any of the “invalid IMEI number” solutions above. However, if none of the procedures works, consider visiting a nearby robertphones service center for professional help.

How to restore IMEI number on Android
If you lost your TECNO’s IMEI number, you can restore it by either fixing the problem as outlined in the first procedure or changing the 15-digit serial number. On the Internet, you’ll find a variety of methods for restoring IMEI, with some involving rooting of your mobile device and others not requiring the operation. It’s pertinent to note that in many countries, it’s illegal to change your IMEI number.

Can I reset my phone using IMEI?
No. If your phone is stolen, and you want to wipe the device out, it’s recommended you use the Find My Device service by logging in to Google and supplying your phone number.

Another question phone users also ask in connection to inquiries about how to fix invalid IMEI on TECNO phone is, “does changing IMEI unlock network?” No, altering the 15-digit won’t achieve that objective.

To disable developer options that were enabled in the methods above, open Settings and tap Developer options. At the top of the next page, turn the slider to OFF.

Wrapping Up
To round off this tutorial on how to fix invalid IMEI on the TECNO phone, one of the easiest ways to solve the problem is to change the 15-digit serial number of the device. You can do so by using any of the two methods explained above.

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