Saudi Arabia SSIC Group 351: Electric power generation, transmission and distribution

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Group | Official Code: 351

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 351 designates Electric power generation, transmission and distribution (توليد الطاقة الكهربائية ونقلها وتوزيعها) 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	`351`
Official Title (EN)	Electric power generation, transmission and distribution
Official Title (AR)	توليد الطاقة الكهربائية ونقلها وتوزيعها
Classification Level	Group
Section Category	Section D — Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
Parent Entity Code	`35` — Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
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 351 (1)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`3510`	Electric power generation, transmission and distribution	توليد الطاقة الكهربائية ونقلها وتوزيعها	View Code 3510 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Group 351 (7 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Group 351 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`351011`	Electric power generation	توليد الطاقة الكهربائية	View Activity 351011 →
`351012`	Electric power transmission	نقل الطاقة الكهربائية	View Activity 351012 →
`351013`	Distribution and retail sale of electric power	توزيع الطاقة الكهربائية وبيعها بالتجزئة	View Activity 351013 →
`351014`	Distribution and wholesale of electric power	توزيع الطاقة الكهربائية وبيعها بالجملة	View Activity 351014 →
`351016`	Importing and exporting electricity	استيراد الطاقة الكهربائية وتصديرها	View Activity 351016 →
`351017`	Tendering electricity generation projects, and procuring electricity for the purpose of selling it in bulk	طرح مشاريع توليد الكهرباء، وشراء الكهرباء لغرض بيعها بالجملة	View Activity 351017 →
`351018`	Procuring and selling electrical system services	شراء وبيع خدمات المنظومة الكهربائية	View Activity 351018 →

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 351 cover?

SSIC 351 covers Electric power generation, transmission and distribution (توليد الطاقة الكهربائية ونقلها وتوزيعها) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 351?

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 351?

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 351 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.