Quick answer
IMEI is a 15-digit phone ID. Find it with *#06# on iPhone or Android, then check it free on Rekart’s UAE IMEI checker before buying or selling.
IMEI is the unique identity number of a mobile phone. In the UAE used-phone market, it is your first trust filter.
After you find it, check it free: Free IMEI Checker UAE.
IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is usually a 15-digit number burned into the device. Networks and databases use it to identify the handset — not your SIM.
*#06#*#06#Some phones show IMEI1 and IMEI2. Check the primary IMEI first on Rekart’s checker.
Run the number → confirm brand/model → then decide to buy certified, sell, or trade-in.
Most modern phones use a 15-digit IMEI. Some devices show 14–16 digits depending on format.
No. Serial number and IMEI are different identifiers. Use IMEI for network/device identity checks.
Rekart editorial team — guides for certified refurbished tech in the UAE.