Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 014616: Raising pigeons

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 014616


Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 014616 designates Raising pigeons (تربية الحمام) under the official Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (January 2025 / 2026 Edition, based on UN ISIC Rev. 4) administered by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).

Detailed Description: Breeding pigeons to produce meat

It serves as the mandatory regulatory benchmark for Commercial Registration (CR) with the Ministry of Commerce, MISA foreign investment licensing (allowing up to 100% foreign equity ownership), municipal permits on the Balady portal, and Nitaqat Saudization quota determinations by MHRSD.


Key Classification Facts

ParameterOfficial Value
Saudi SSIC Code014616
Official Title (EN)Raising pigeons
Official Title (AR)تربية الحمام
Classification LevelActivity
Section CategorySection A — Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Parent Entity Code0146 — Poultry farming
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
Licensing EntityMinistry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition
CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
014611Raising and production of broiler chickens mothers and the operation of their hatcheriesتربية وإنتاج أمهات الدجاج اللاحم وتشغيل مفارخهاView Code 014611 →
014612Raising and production of layer chickens mothers and the operation of their hatcheriesتربية وإنتاج أمهات الدجاج البياض وتشغيل مفارخهاView Code 014612 →
014613Raising and production of layer chickens grandmothers and the operation of their hatcheriesتربية وإنتاج جدات أمهات الدجاج البياض وتشغيل مفارخهاView Code 014613 →
014614Raising and production of broiler chickens grandmothers and the operation of their hatcheriesتربية وإنتاج جدات أمهات الدجاج اللاحم وتشغيل مفارخهاView Code 014614 →
014615Egg productionإنتاج البيضView Code 014615 →
014617broilers productionإنتاج الدجاج اللاحمView Code 014617 →

Regulatory & Business Setup Use Cases in Saudi Arabia

  1. Ministry of Commerce (MC): Required on your Saudi Commercial Registration (CR) to legally define the company’s business activities.
  2. Ministry of Investment (MISA): Determines eligibility for 100% foreign-owned investment licenses and capital requirements. See our MISA Licensing Guide.
  3. ZATCA Taxation & Zakat: Activity categorization for Corporate Income Tax (20%), Zakat (2.5%), and 15% VAT filing rules. See our ZATCA Tax Guide.
  4. MHRSD / Qiwa (Nitaqat Quotas): Determines the required percentage of Saudi national employees. Check our Nitaqat Saudization Guide.
  5. Balady Municipal Licensing: Establishes commercial shop, office, and warehouse zoning compliance.

Compliance & Regulatory Risk Assessment

Assessment FactorVerification StatusRegulatory Source / Evidence
Official GASTAT RegistryVerifiedConfirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International CrosswalkAlignedStandardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) ActiveEligibleAvailable for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment PathPermitted100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural HierarchyCompleteFull parent-child relationship verified from Section to Activity
Overall Regulatory Readiness Score🟢 10 / 10Low Compliance Risk / Ready for Commercial Setup

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does Saudi SSIC code 014616 cover?

SSIC 014616 covers Raising pigeons (تربية الحمام) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 014616?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 014616?

Yes. In most sectors, the Ministry of Investment (MISA) permits 100% foreign equity ownership. Refer to our MISA Guide for full requirements.

4. How does SSIC 014616 affect my company’s Nitaqat rating?

MHRSD calculates your Saudization tier based on your primary SSIC activity registered on your Commercial Registration.


Official Source Attribution & Disclaimer

Primary Data Source: General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) — National Classification for Economic Activities.

Commercial Portal: Ministry of Commerce (MC)

This page is an independent reference resource. Cross-verify critical licensing details on official government portals before filing commercial applications.