Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 471132: Grocery store

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 471132

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 471132 designates Grocery store (التموينات) 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	`471132`
Official Title (EN)	Grocery store
Official Title (AR)	التموينات
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`4711` — Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating
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
`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 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Activity 471132

Business Type	Arabic Name	Primary Code	Industry Sector	Guide
American grocery store	متجر ومحل American grocery	`471132`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Convenience Store	تموينات ومتجر ملائم	`471132`	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 →
Russian grocery store	متجر ومحل Russian grocery	`471132`	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 471132 cover?

SSIC 471132 covers Grocery store (التموينات) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 471132?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 471132?

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 471132 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.