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 company 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.
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
Companies
Service Requirements
- Copy of the company Authorisation Letter
- Copy of the Trade Licence
- Copy of the letter addressed to RTA describing the details of the vehicle/trailer, and stating that the company paid all the service fees and pending fines
- Copy of the Vehicle/Trailer 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 | up to 3 tonnes | AED 500 |
| Transport of midsize vehicles | 3 ≤ 7 tonnes | AED 2,200 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | 7 ≤ 10 tonnes | AED 2,700 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | 10 ≤ 15 tonnes | AED 3,000 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | 15 ≤ 30 tonnes | AED 3,800 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | 30 ≤ 50 tonnes | AED 4,300 |
| Transport of heavy vehicles | 50 ≤ 80 tonnes | AED 5,000 |
| Transport of buses | Up to 10 tonnes | AED 3,000 |
| Transport of buses | 10 ≤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 | Up to 5 tonnes | AED 2,200 |
| Transport of movable properties | 5 ≤ 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: 04-December-2025