Saudi Arabia SSIC Division 49: Land transport and transport via pipelines

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Division | Official Code: 49

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 49 designates Land transport and transport via pipelines (النقل البري و النقل عبر الأنابيب) 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	`49`
Official Title (EN)	Land transport and transport via pipelines
Official Title (AR)	النقل البري و النقل عبر الأنابيب
Classification Level	Division
Section Category	Section H — Transportation and storage
Parent Entity Code	`H` — Transportation and storage
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

Sub-Groups in Division 49 (3)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`491`	Transport via railways	النقل عبر السكك الحديدية	View Code 491 →
`492`	Other land transport	أنواع النقل البري الأخرى	View Code 492 →
`493`	Transport via pipeline	النقل بخطوط الأنابيب	View Code 493 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Division 49 (33 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Division 49 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`491101`	Passenger transport by inter-urban railways	نقل الركاب عبر خطوط السكك الحديدية داخل المدن	View Activity 491101 →
`491102`	Passenger rail transport, interurban	نقل الركاب عبر خطوط السكك الحديدية بين المدن	View Activity 491102 →
`491201`	Freight transport on mainline rail networks as well as short-line freight railroads (including sleeping cars)	نقل البضائع عبر خطوط السكك الحديدية داخل المدن ، يشمل ( عربات النوم )	View Activity 491201 →
`491202`	Freight rail transport, interurban	نقل البضائع عبر خطوط السكك الحديدية بين المدن	View Activity 491202 →
`492111`	Charters, excursions and other occasional coach services	النقل البري للركاب بواسطة المترو الأرضي	View Activity 492111 →
`492112`	Inter-urban passengers transport by buses	نقل الركاب بالحافلات داخل المدن	View Activity 492112 →
`492211`	Public taxi	الأجرة العامة	View Activity 492211 →
`492212`	Private taxi	الأجرة الخاصة	View Activity 492212 →
`492214`	Family taxi( driven by women )	الأجرة العائلية	View Activity 492214 →
`492215`	Airport taxi	أجرة المطار	View Activity 492215 →
`492221`	Educational transport	النقل التعليمي	View Activity 492221 →
`492230`	Extra-urban operation of school buses and buses for transport of employees	النقل الموسمي المدرسي خارج المدن للطلبة والطالبات والمعلمين والمعلمات	View Activity 492230 →
`492241`	Pilgrims transport	نقل الحجاج	View Activity 492241 →
`492243`	Specialized transport	النقل المتخصص	View Activity 492243 →
`492244`	Renting buses with driver	تأجير الحافلات بسائق	View Activity 492244 →
`492250`	Renting of private cars with driver	تأجير السيارات بسائق	View Activity 492250 →
`492281`	Transport and deport of passengers by buses outside KSA(International Passenger Transport)	نقل وترحيل الركاب بالحافلات إلى خارج المملكة (النقل الدولي للركاب)	View Activity 492281 →
`492282`	Interurban passengers transport by buses	نقل الركاب بالحافلات بين المدن	View Activity 492282 →
`492300`	Freight transport by road	النقل البري للبضائع	View Activity 492300 →
`492301`	Refrigerated haulage	نقل السلع المبردة والمجمدة	View Activity 492301 →
`492302`	Heavy haulage	نقل البضائع والمعدات (النقل الثقيل)	View Activity 492302 →
`492303`	Furniture removal	نقل الأثاث	View Activity 492303 →
`492304`	Live animals transport	نقل المواشي	View Activity 492304 →
`492305`	Bulk haulage, including haulage in tanker trucks	نقل السوائل او الغازات السائلة	View Activity 492305 →
`492306`	Renting of trucks with driver	تأجير الشاحنات مع السائق	View Activity 492306 →
`492307`	Haulage of automobiles	نقل السيارات	View Activity 492307 →
`492311`	Light transport of goods	النقل الخفيف	View Activity 492311 →
`493001`	Transport of water via pipelines	نقل المياة عبر خطوط الانابيب	View Activity 493001 →
`493002`	Transport of gases via pipelines	نقل الغازات عبر خطوط الانابيب	View Activity 493002 →
`493003`	Transport of crude oil via pipelines	نقل البترول الخام عبر خطوط الانابيب	View Activity 493003 →
`493004`	Transport of refined petroleum products via pipelines	نقل المنتجات البترولية المكررة عبر خطوط الانابيب	View Activity 493004 →
`493005`	Transport of natural gas via pipelines	نقل الغاز الطبيعي عبر خطوط الانابيب	View Activity 493005 →
`493007`	Operation and maintenance of pumping stations and pipelines	تشغيل وصيانة محطات الضخ وخطوط الانابيب	View Activity 493007 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Division 49

Business Type	Arabic Name	Primary Code	Industry Sector	Guide
Trucking company	شركة نقل بضائع وشاحنات	`492300`	Transportation	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 49 cover?

SSIC 49 covers Land transport and transport via pipelines (النقل البري و النقل عبر الأنابيب) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 49?

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 49?

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 49 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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