Saudi Arabia SSIC Class 4711: Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Class | Official Code: 4711

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 4711 designates Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating (البيع بالتجزئة في المتاجر غير المتخصصة التي تبيع الأطعمة والمشروبات والتبغ أساساّ) 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	`4711`
Official Title (EN)	Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating
Official Title (AR)	البيع بالتجزئة في المتاجر غير المتخصصة التي تبيع الأطعمة والمشروبات والتبغ أساساّ
Classification Level	Class
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`471` — Retail sale in non-specialized stores
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

Official Activity Codes in Class 4711 (4)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`471110`	Cooperatives	الجمعيات التعاونية	View Code 471110 →
`471121`	Supermarkets for food and consumer goods	الأسواق المركزية للمواد الغذائية والاستهلاكية	View Code 471121 →
`471131`	Mini-market	البقالات	View Code 471131 →
`471132`	Grocery store	التموينات	View Code 471132 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Class 4711

Business Type	Arabic Name	Primary Code	Industry Sector	Guide
American grocery store	متجر ومحل American grocery	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Chinese supermarket	الأسواق المركزية للمواد الغذائية والاستهلاكية	`471121`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Convenience Store	تموينات ومتجر ملائم	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Discount supermarket	الأسواق المركزية للمواد الغذائية والاستهلاكية	`471121`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Eastern European grocery store	متجر ومحل Eastern European grocery	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
European grocery store	متجر ومحل European grocery	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Filipino grocery store	متجر ومحل Filipino grocery	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Frozen food store	متجر ومحل Frozen food	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Hypermarket	هايبرماركت	`471121`	Professional Services	Setup Guide →
Industrial supermarket	الأسواق المركزية للمواد الغذائية والاستهلاكية	`471121`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Japanese supermarket	الأسواق المركزية للمواد الغذائية والاستهلاكية	`471121`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Russian grocery store	متجر ومحل Russian grocery	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Shop Supermarket Furniture Shop	متجر ومحل Shop Supermarket Furniture	`471121`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Supermarket	سوبرماركت ومركز تسوق	`471121`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Supermarket	سوبرماركت ومركز تسوق	`471121`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Wholesale Food Store	متجر ومحل Wholesale Food	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →

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 4711 cover?

SSIC 4711 covers Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating (البيع بالتجزئة في المتاجر غير المتخصصة التي تبيع الأطعمة والمشروبات والتبغ أساساّ) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 4711?

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 4711?

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 4711 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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