Dubai's RTA impounds over 9,000 cars in 2025 for illegal parking

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Friday said it impounded a total of 9,753 vehicles in the year 2025 for parking rule violations.

The violations included "misuse of public parking, road and rail right-of-way encroachment", the authority said in its statement, adding that impounded vehicles were moved to the Lehbab Yard.

RTA carries out regular inspections as part of its efforts to preserve Dubai’s urban and aesthetic appearance, while enhancing traffic safety.

#RTA announced that it recorded 9,753 cases of random parking in urban areas and Right-of-Way during 2025. The vehicles in violation were towed and impounded at Lehbab Yard in line with applicable legislation. These efforts form part of RTA’s drive to preserve Dubai’s urban and…

— RTA (@rta_dubai) May 15, 2026