Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 477321: Retail sale of optical (activities of opticians)

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 477321

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 477321 designates Retail sale of optical (activities of opticians) (البيع بالتجزئة لمعدات فحص النظر (محلات النظارات )) 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	`477321`
Official Title (EN)	Retail sale of optical (activities of opticians)
Official Title (AR)	البيع بالتجزئة لمعدات فحص النظر (محلات النظارات )
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`4773` — Other retail sale of new goods in specialized stores
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Health
Licensing Entity	Ministry of Health
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`477311`	Retail of cameras and their accessories	البيع بالتجزئة لكاميرات التصوير ومستلزماتها	View Code 477311 →
`477312`	Retail sale of solar energy devices and equipment	بيع أجهزة ومعدات الطاقة الشمسية	View Code 477312 →
`477313`	Retail sale of press machinery and equipment	بيع آلات ومعدات المطابع	View Code 477313 →
`477314`	Retail sale of measuring and monitoring devices and navigation devices and equipment	بيع أجهزة القياس والرقابة ومعدات وأجهزة الملاحة	View Code 477314 →
`477315`	Retail sale of pump-water equipment	بيع معدات ضخ المياه	View Code 477315 →
`477316`	Retail sale of floats, moorings and maritime assets	بيع العوامات والصدادات والمعدات البحرية	View Code 477316 →
`477317`	Retail sale of sewing machines	بيع ماكينات الخياطة	View Code 477317 →
`477318`	Retail sale of road services tools and equipment	بيع أدوات ومعدات خدمات الطرق	View Code 477318 →
`477322`	Retail sale of catering services’ tools and equipment (including catering equipment at hotels, hospitals, ) ..etc.	بيع أدوات ومعدات خدمات التموين ، يشمل (معدات تقديم الطعام في الفنادق والمستشفيات… الخ)	View Code 477322 →
`477323`	Retail sale of trolley industries’ tools (including trolleys with handles used for transport of goods)	بيع أدوات الصناعات الترولية ، يشمل ( العربات ذات المقابض والتي تستخدم لنقل البضائع )	View Code 477323 →
`477324`	Retail sale of agricultural machinery and equipment	البيع بالتجزئة للآلات والمعدات الزراعية	View Code 477324 →
`477325`	Retail sale of electrical and communication cables	بيع كابلات كهربائية واتصالات	View Code 477325 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Activity 477321

Business Type	Arabic Name	Primary Code	Industry Sector	Guide
Goldsmith	البيع بالتجزئة لمعدات فحص النظر	`477321`	Professional Services	Setup Guide →
Jeweller	البيع بالتجزئة لمعدات فحص النظر	`477321`	Professional Services	Setup Guide →
Wholesale Jeweller	البيع بالتجزئة لمعدات فحص النظر	`477321`	Professional Services	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 477321 cover?

SSIC 477321 covers Retail sale of optical (activities of opticians) (البيع بالتجزئة لمعدات فحص النظر (محلات النظارات )) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 477321?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Health.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 477321?

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 477321 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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