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Saudi Arabia SSIC Class 4510: Sale of motor vehicles

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Class | Official Code: 4510

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 4510 designates Sale of motor vehicles (بيع المركبات ذات المحركات) 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 Code4510
Official Title (EN)Sale of motor vehicles
Official Title (AR)بيع المركبات ذات المحركات
Classification LevelClass
Section CategorySection G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code451 — Sale of motor vehicles
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Commerce / Standard Sectoral Regulator
Licensing EntityBalady / Sector Ministry
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Official Activity Codes in Class 4510 (10)

CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
451011Wholesale and retail sale of new specialized passenger motor vehicles including (ambulances, minibuses and jeeps)البيع بالجملة والتجزئة للسيارات الخاصة الجديدة ، يشمل ( سيارات الإسعاف والباصات الصغيرة والدفع الرباعي )View Code 451011 →
451012Wholesale and retail sale of used specialized passenger motor vehicles including (ambulances, minibuses and jeeps)البيع بالجملة والتجزئة للسيارات الخاصة المستعملة ، يشمل ( سيارات الإسعاف والباصات الصغيرة والدفع الرباعي )View Code 451012 →
451013Wholesale and retail sale of new heavy transport vehicles (Trailers and Half Lorry)البيع بالجملة والتجزئة لسيارات النقل الثقيل الجديدة مثل (الترلات والهاف لوري)View Code 451013 →
451014Wholesale and retail sale of used heavy transport vehicles (Trailers and Half Lorry)البيع بالجملة والتجزئة لسيارات النقل الثقيل المستعملة (تريلات وهاف لوري)View Code 451014 →
451015Wholesale and retail sale of new camping vehicles such as (caravans)البيع بالجملة والتجزئه لسيارات الرحلات والمخيمات الجديدة ، يشمل ( الكرفانات )View Code 451015 →
451016Wholesale and retail sale of used camping vehicles such as (caravans)البيع بالجملة والتجزئه لسيارات الرحلات والمخيمات المستعملة ، يشمل ( الكرفانات )View Code 451016 →
451021Wholesale and retail sale of passenger motor vehicles by commission agentsوكلاء بيع السيارات الخفيفة بالعمولةView Code 451021 →
451022Wholesale and retail sale of lorries by commission agentsوكلاء بيع السيارات الثقيلة بالعمولةView Code 451022 →
451030Cars and equipment auctionsمزادات السيارات والمعداتView Code 451030 →
451041Armored cars importاستيراد السيارات المصفحةView Code 451041 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Class 4510

Business TypeArabic NamePrimary CodeIndustry SectorGuide
Aircraft dealerوكالة ومعرض بيع سيارات Aircraft451011RetailSetup Guide →
Boat trailer dealerوكالة ومعرض بيع سيارات Boat trailer451011RetailSetup Guide →
Car dealerمعرض ووكالة بيع سيارات451011AutomotiveSetup Guide →
Coin dealerوكالة ومعرض بيع سيارات Coin451011RetailSetup Guide →
Crane Dealerوكالة ومعرض بيع سيارات Crane451011RetailSetup Guide →

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 4510 cover?

SSIC 4510 covers Sale of motor vehicles (بيع المركبات ذات المحركات) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 4510?

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 4510?

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 4510 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.