Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 422044: Repair and maintenance of irrigation systems (canals), water main storage towers

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 422044

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 422044 designates Repair and maintenance of irrigation systems (canals), water main storage towers (إصلاح وصيانة قنوات الري والسقي وأبراج تخزين المياه الرئيسية) 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	`422044`
Official Title (EN)	Repair and maintenance of irrigation systems (canals), water main storage towers
Official Title (AR)	إصلاح وصيانة قنوات الري والسقي وأبراج تخزين المياه الرئيسية
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section F — Construction
Parent Entity Code	`4220` — Construction of utility projects
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Licensing Entity	Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`422010`	Long-distance pipelines, communication and power lines	تمديد الانابيب باختلاف انواعها للكهرباء والاتصالات وغيرها	View Code 422010 →
`422020`	Long-distance oil and gas pipelines	تمديد انابيب النفط والغاز	View Code 422020 →
`422031`	Water lines extension between cities and inside them as well as establishment and maintenance of new networks	تمديدات خطوط المياه بين المدن وداخلها وإنشاء شبكات جديدة	View Code 422031 →
`422032`	Construction of main lines and stations of water distribution	إنشاء المحطات والخطوط الرئيسية لتوزيع المياه	View Code 422032 →
`422033`	Repair and maintenance of water distribution stations, networks and main lines	إصلاح وصيانة المحطات والشبكات والخطوط الرئيسية لتوزيع المياه	View Code 422033 →
`422041`	Construction of irrigation systems (canals), water main storage towers	إنشاء قنوات الري والسقي وأبراج تخزين المياه الرئيسية	View Code 422041 →
`422042`	Drilling of tubular water wells	حفر آبار المياه الأنبوبية	View Code 422042 →
`422043`	Drilling of manual water wells	حفر آبار المياه اليدوية	View Code 422043 →
`422045`	Repair and maintenance of sewer systems, sewage disposal plants and pumping station	إصلاح وصيانة محطات ومشاريع الصرف الصحي وشبكات المجاري والمضخات	View Code 422045 →
`422046`	Repair and maintenance of power plants	إصلاح وصيانة محطات الطاقة الكهربائية والمحولات	View Code 422046 →
`422047`	Repair and maintenance of wired and wireless communication stations and radars	إصلاح وصيانة محطات وأبراج الاتصالات السلكية واللاسلكية والرادار	View Code 422047 →
`422050`	Construction of sewer systems, sewage disposal plants and pumping stations	إنشاء محطات ومشاريع الصرف الصحي وشبكات المجاري والمضخات	View Code 422050 →

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 422044 cover?

SSIC 422044 covers Repair and maintenance of irrigation systems (canals), water main storage towers (إصلاح وصيانة قنوات الري والسقي وأبراج تخزين المياه الرئيسية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 422044?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 422044?

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 422044 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)

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