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Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 421010: Construction of motorways, streets, roads, other vehicular and pedestrian ways

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 421010

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 421010 designates Construction of motorways, streets, roads, other vehicular and pedestrian ways (إنشاء الطرق والشوارع والارصفة ومستلزمات الطرق) 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

ParameterOfficial Value
Saudi SSIC Code421010
Official Title (EN)Construction of motorways, streets, roads, other vehicular and pedestrian ways
Official Title (AR)إنشاء الطرق والشوارع والارصفة ومستلزمات الطرق
Classification LevelActivity
Section CategorySection F — Construction
Parent Entity Code4210 — Construction of roads and railways
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Licensing EntityMinistry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition
CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
421020Construction of bridges or tunnelsإنشاء الجسور والانفاقView Code 421020 →
421030Construction of railways and subwaysإنشاء خطوط السكك الحديديةView Code 421030 →
421040Construction of airstripsإنشاء مهابط الطائراتView Code 421040 →
421051Repair and maintenance of motorways, streets, roads, other vehicular and pedestrian waysإصلاح وصيانة الطرق والشوارع والأرصفة ومستلزمات الطرقView Code 421051 →
421052Repair and maintenance of bridges or tunnelsإصلاح وصيانة الجسور والأنفاقView Code 421052 →

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 Registry✅ VerifiedConfirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International Crosswalk✅ AlignedStandardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) Active✅ EligibleAvailable for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment Path✅ Permitted100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural Hierarchy✅ CompleteFull 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 421010 cover?

SSIC 421010 covers Construction of motorways, streets, roads, other vehicular and pedestrian ways (إنشاء الطرق والشوارع والارصفة ومستلزمات الطرق) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 421010?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 421010?

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 421010 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.