Bypass Xiaomi Bootloader Unlock Restriction (Code 20045)

Solution: Step-by-Step Unlock Bootloader Xiaomi for Chinese Devices (For Users Outside China)

Code 20045 = "The place where the account is registered does not match the place where the phone is sold."

Create a Chinese Xiaomi Account Register Chinese Xiaomi Account
Get Permission from the Xiaomi Community App

Note: Skip this step for MIUI users.
For HyperOS devices that support bypassing via MiBypassTool, Skip this step + step 3.

Log in to the Mi Community app and request unlocking permission.
Link the Account in Developer Options
Run MiUnlockTool
Download and run MiUnlockTool:
MiUnlockTool

Warning

I discovered the glitch, on February 28, 2025, This method might be patched by Xiaomi at any time.
Last verified: April 22 2025.