Stay Calm – We Are Here to Help
If your car or motorcycle has been impounded either by the Iranian police or has been stolen by thieves, you can take a deep breath. Panicking will not help you, and besides, we will help you. Give us a call, and we will send a bilingual legal expert as your translator, help you English, and a legal representative at the police station or court location. We will take care of all your documentation, negotiations, bureaucratic processes, etc. so you can get back on your journey.
A Norwegian-registered car was seized by police in Iran, Our legal team successfully intervened, securing its release within 17through proper documentation and liaison with local officials
Scenario 1: Police Impounded
This happens when Iranian authorities impound your vehicle (e.g., traffic violations, expired documents, legal dispute), and your next guide is:
Do Not Argue: Politely ask for the officer’s name, and where they are impounding your vehicle.
Call Us: We will send one of our local agents to:
Verify the reason for the impounded vehicle
Pay any fines (if applicable) or any appeals
Get your vehicle back as fast as possible (Most cases within 7-20 days see below).
Document We will help you prepare:
Passport/visa copies
Vehicle registration (or rental agreement, as long as there is a registration for the bike/vehicle)
Police report (if applicable).
Here is something that actually happened:
An Norwegian tourist, car impounded by police in Tehran- less than 18 days – visited the court – they just had an “issue” with the paperwork.
Scenario 2: Stolen Vehicle
If your vehicle is taken:
Report It Right Away: Go to the nearest police station with:
Proof of ownership (e.g. rental agreement, registration).
GPS data/pictures of the vehicle (if able).
We’ll Raise the Case: Our friends in Iranian law enforcement prioritize theft reports involving foreigners.
Coordinating Insurance: We will coordinate with your insurance company to get your claim processed.
A little tip: Try to park in guarded lots and utilize anti-theft options.
Why we Have Your Back?
15+ years of resolving legal issues for tourists in Iran.
7 day a week, 24 hr support in English/Persian languages
Act Now: Time is of the essence!
Every minute counts in this type of situation.
Contact us via:
📧 info.irantourismcenter@gmail.com
📱 WhatsApp at +98 935 583 6088
Or fill up the contact form HERE
We helped an Italian biker whose motorcycle was confiscated in Shiraz and recovered his bike in 7 days.
Final Notes for Foreign Tourists
Always carry on the documents with yourself and never let it be far from you.
Always carry certified translations of your driver’s license and documents for your vehicle.
Save our contacts before your trip, you never know what kind of emergencies you may run into.
Try not to leave valuables in the vehicle (even in the trunk).
Try to stay in a safe place till you solve the issue to book the hotel you can use our trusted partner website:
Even in war situation—we stood by tourists in Iran when a brutal, 12-mile conflict erupted with Israel and as we sprang into action to provide urgent assistance. In our YouTube video
You will see our team working on the ground in Tehran while missile strikes occurred. Our visitors in Iran received:
Safety advice & evacuation planning
Emergency accommodations & calm reassurance
Resolution of unfathomable problems (lost documents, vehicles, etc.)
If we can provide assistance while there is war, think of what we can do in peace! Watch our team in action during this critical period here. Whatever it takes—we are with you.