Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 452023: Activities of cars service and maintenance centres

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 452023

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 452023 designates Activities of cars service and maintenance centres (أنشطة مراكز خدمات وصيانة السيارات) 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	`452023`
Official Title (EN)	Activities of cars service and maintenance centres
Official Title (AR)	أنشطة مراكز خدمات وصيانة السيارات
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`4520` — Repairing and maintenance of motor vehicles
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
`452011`	Motor repairs	إصلاح ماكينات السيارات	View Code 452011 →
`452012`	Gear repairs	إصلاح جيرات السيارات	View Code 452012 →
`452013`	Cars electrical repair	إصلاح كهرباء السيارات	View Code 452013 →
`452014`	Cars electronics repair	إصلاح الكترونيات السيارات	View Code 452014 →
`452015`	Repair of car air conditioners	إصلاح مكيفات السيارات	View Code 452015 →
`452021`	Repair of mechanics and electricity of cars	اصلاح ميكانيكا وكهرباء السيارات	View Code 452021 →
`452022`	Repair of mechanics, electricity, and painting of cars	اصلاح ميكانيكا وكهرباء وسمكرة ودهان السيارات	View Code 452022 →
`452024`	Activities of vehicles turning parts	أنشطة خراطة أجزاء السيارات	View Code 452024 →
`452031`	Bodywork repair workshops	ورش حدادة السيارات	View Code 452031 →
`452032`	Car denting workshops, including rust treatment	ورش سمكرة السيارات وتشمل معالجة الصدأ	View Code 452032 →
`452033`	Painting workshops	ورش طلاء ودهان السيارات	View Code 452033 →
`452034`	Car equipment and driving adjustments for elderly and disabled	تجهيز السيارات لكبار السن والمعاقين وتعديل القيادة	View Code 452034 →

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 452023 cover?

SSIC 452023 covers Activities of cars service and maintenance centres (أنشطة مراكز خدمات وصيانة السيارات) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 452023?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 452023?

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 452023 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.