Information about Unlocking or Releasing Impounded Vehicles
An impoundment release bond is an electronic Release Permit for light and heavy vehicles, as well as trailers locked or impounded in Lahbab impound yard. The vehicles are impounded for illegal parking within the Right-of-Way or the nearby areas.
Output
Collection of the vehicle
Ways to Apply
Non Governmental Partners
- Non Governmental Partners
Channels
Steps
- Head to Lahbab impound yard.
- Send the documents through email to rta.impound@emiratesparkings.com.
- Pay the fees.
- Collect the vehicle.
Service Time
Instantly
Important to Know
You Should Know
- You or your legal representative must be present in person.
- The bond is valid for 1 working day.
- The vehicle impoundment release process varies according to the relevant RTA department.
- Opening hours of the Lahbab Vehicle impound yard :
- Monday to Thursday: from 8am to 3pm
- Friday: from 8am to 12pm
You Should Do
- Register electronically all of the owner details in the Emirates Parking Services system and attach a copy of the Vehicle Ownership.
Eligible Categories
Citizens and residents
Service Requirements
- Emirates ID
- Copy of the Vehicle Ownership
Fees
Select Vehicle Type
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit card
Terms and Conditions
- The vehicles are impounded for violating the provisions of Executive Council Decision No. (54) of 2021.
- Vehicles transport fees are as follows:
| Transport Type | Weight | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Transport of light vehicles | Less than 3 tonnes | AED 500 |
| Transport of midsize vehicles | From 3 to less than 7 tonnes | AED 2,200 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | From 7 to less than 10 tonnes | AED 2,700 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | From 10 to less than 15 tonnes | AED 3,000 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | From 15 to less than 30 tonnes | AED 3,800 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | From 30 to less than 50 tonnes | AED 4,300 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | From 50 to less than 80 tonnes | AED 5,000 |
| Transport of buses | Less than 10 tonnes | AED 3,000 |
| Transport of buses | From 10 to less than 25 tonnes | AED 4,300 |
| Transport of tractors and mechanical equipment | Up to 10 tonnes | AED 2,200 |
| Transport of trailers | Without cargo | AED 3,000 |
| Transport of trailers | With cargo | AED 4,900 |
| Transport of semi trailers | Up to 5 tonnes | AED 2,700 |
| Transport of movable properties | Less than 5 tonnes | AED 2,200 |
| Transport of movable properties | From 5 to less than 10 tonnes | AED 2,700 |
| Crane - 100 tonnes | Lifting | AED 3,000 |
| Crane - 150 tonnes | Lifting | AED 7,000 |
| Small Tow Truck | Towing | AED 500 |
| Large Tow Truck | Towing | AED 4,900 |
Updated on: 01-May-2026