Bootloader :You need to unlock the bootloader if you want to flash a rom into your phone via fastboot method, and your data could be deleted as you choose, please make sure you have backed up your personal data., Download Mi Community App and apply for unlock.
Version notice :If you find 'debug' in the filename, do not try to flash the rom easily, those roms aren't stable enough.
Risks ahead : We don't recommend flashing different ROM version out of your region, you may get flash errors, lose vendor data, or even brick your device,please make sure you are able to deal with those situation befor flashing, and flash ROMs on your own risk.