Saudi Arabia SSIC Group 309: Manufacture of transportation equipment not elsewhere classified

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Group | Official Code: 309

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 309 designates Manufacture of transportation equipment not elsewhere classified (صناعة معدات النقل غير المصنفة في مكان أخر) 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).

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

Parameter	Official Value
Saudi SSIC Code	`309`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of transportation equipment not elsewhere classified
Official Title (AR)	صناعة معدات النقل غير المصنفة في مكان أخر
Classification Level	Group
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`30` — Manufacture of other transport equipment
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Commerce / Standard Sectoral Regulator
Licensing Entity	Balady / Sector Ministry
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Sub-Classes in Group 309 (3)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`3091`	Manufacture of motorbikes	صناعة الدراجات النارية	View Code 3091 →
`3092`	Manufacture of bikes and wheel-chairs	صناعة الدراجات العادية والكراسي المتحركة	View Code 3092 →
`3099`	Manufacture of other transportation equipment not elsewhere classified	صناعة معدات النقل الأخرى غير المصنفة في موضع آخر	View Code 3099 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Group 309 (12 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Group 309 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`309101`	Manufacture and assembly of motorbikes	صناعة وتجميع الدرجات النارية	View Activity 309101 →
`309102`	Manufacture of motorbikes engines	صناعة محركات الدرجات النارية	View Activity 309102 →
`309103`	Manufacture of motorbikes parts	صناعة أجزاء الدرجات النارية	View Activity 309103 →
`309104`	Manufacture of side vehicles of motorbikes and their items	صناعة المركبات الجانبية للدرجات النارية وتوابعها	View Activity 309104 →
`309211`	Manufacture and assembly of bicycles.	صناعة وتجميع الدراجات الهوائية	View Activity 309211 →
`309212`	Manufacture and assembly of kids bicycles.	صناعة وتجميع دراجات الأطفال الهوائية	View Activity 309212 →
`309213`	Manufacture of delivery three-wheeled bicycles	صناعة دراجات توصيل الطلبات ذات الثلاث عجلات	View Activity 309213 →
`309220`	Manufacture of bike parts	صناعة أجزاء الدراجات العادية	View Activity 309220 →
`309230`	Manufacture of the handicapped bikes, the supplied with motors and the non-supplied with motors	صناعة دراجات المعاقين سواء كانت مزودة بمحركات أو غير مزودة	View Activity 309230 →
`309240`	Manufacture of kids carts	صناعة عربات صغار الأطفال	View Activity 309240 →
`309910`	Manufacture of hand-held vehicles and carts	صناعة المركبات أو العربات المدفوعة باليد	View Activity 309910 →
`309920`	Manufacture of animal-drawn vehicles and carts	صناعة المركبات أو العربات التي تجرها الحيوانات	View Activity 309920 →

Regulatory & Business Setup Use Cases in Saudi Arabia

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

Compliance & Regulatory Risk Assessment

Assessment Factor	Verification Status	Regulatory Source / Evidence
Official GASTAT Registry	✅ Verified	Confirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International Crosswalk	✅ Aligned	Standardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) Active	✅ Eligible	Available for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment Path	✅ Permitted	100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural Hierarchy	✅ Complete	Full parent-child relationship verified from Section to Activity
Overall Regulatory Readiness Score	🟢 10 / 10	Low Compliance Risk / Ready for Commercial Setup

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does Saudi SSIC code 309 cover?

SSIC 309 covers Manufacture of transportation equipment not elsewhere classified (صناعة معدات النقل غير المصنفة في مكان أخر) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 309?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce and respective sectoral regulators.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 309?

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 309 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.