Unlocking Xiaomi MI5 bootloader takes 72 hours(forum.xda-developers.com)
forum.xda-developers.com
Unlocking Xiaomi MI5 bootloader takes 72 hours
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-5/how-to/unlocking-xiaomi-mi-5-bootloader-t3336243/page22
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-5/how-to/unlocking-xiaomi-mi-5-bootloader-t3336243/page22
Request is placed on Xiaomi web site where the user needs to explain why he wants to unlock the phone. Upon receiving permit from Xiaomi, one can download a specific application for Windows that won't work until 72 hours passes from the initial request.
I'm blown away here.