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Moving a car from Dubai to another emirate: a checklist

By the Sentinal Recovery team · 28 September 2026 · 5 min read

Black Range Rover being loaded up a tilted flatbed ramp

Relocating to Abu Dhabi, selling a car to a buyer in Sharjah, or sending a classic to a specialist in Ras Al Khaimah? Transporting a vehicle on a flatbed saves you the drive, the wear and the fuel. Here’s how to make it smooth.

Before you book

  • Confirm the pickup is in Dubai. We collect anywhere in Dubai and deliver to all seven emirates.
  • Have the exact addresses for both ends. A location pin is best.
  • Know your vehicle details: make, model, whether it runs, and anything unusual (lowered, wide body, modified).
  • Pick a time window when someone can hand over and receive the car.

Paperwork to keep handy

  • The vehicle registration card (Mulkiya), or a copy of it.
  • Contact details for the person receiving the car.
  • If you’re not the owner, for example for a dealer or buyer delivery, a note or message from the owner authorising the move.

Preparing the car

  1. Remove valuables and loose items from the cabin and boot.
  2. Take photos of all four sides, the wheels and the dashboard (showing the mileage).
  3. Fold the mirrors and remove or lower any roof accessories if you can.
  4. Hand over the keys and tell us about any immobiliser, alarm or special start procedure.

Tip: ask us for pickup and delivery photos on WhatsApp. It gives you and the receiver a clear record of the car’s condition at both ends.

On the day

We’ll confirm your arrival window, load the car on a flatbed, strap it at the wheels and message you when we’re on the way to the destination. On arrival, the receiver checks the car before we unload and leave.

Popular routes from Dubai

  • Dubai to Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi city, Yas and Saadiyat islands, Khalifa City, Mussafah and Al Ain.
  • Dubai to Sharjah and Ajman: quick hops for dealer transfers and home moves.
  • Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah: longer trips for relocations and specialist workshops.

See every destination on our areas we cover page.

Available 24/7

Broken down, or planning a move? Call us.

Send your location on WhatsApp or call us. We’ll confirm your price and arrival time before we set off.

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