Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 492300: Freight transport by road

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 492300

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 492300 designates Freight transport by road (النقل البري للبضائع) 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).

Detailed Description: Transporting goods by trucks on roads for a fee

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	`492300`
Official Title (EN)	Freight transport by road
Official Title (AR)	النقل البري للبضائع
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section H — Transportation and storage
Parent Entity Code	`4923` — Freight transport by road
Supervisory Authority	Transport General Authority
Licensing Entity	Transport General Authority
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`492301`	Refrigerated haulage	نقل السلع المبردة والمجمدة	View Code 492301 →
`492302`	Heavy haulage	نقل البضائع والمعدات (النقل الثقيل)	View Code 492302 →
`492303`	Furniture removal	نقل الأثاث	View Code 492303 →
`492304`	Live animals transport	نقل المواشي	View Code 492304 →
`492305`	Bulk haulage, including haulage in tanker trucks	نقل السوائل او الغازات السائلة	View Code 492305 →
`492306`	Renting of trucks with driver	تأجير الشاحنات مع السائق	View Code 492306 →
`492307`	Haulage of automobiles	نقل السيارات	View Code 492307 →
`492311`	Light transport of goods	النقل الخفيف	View Code 492311 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Activity 492300

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 492300 cover?

SSIC 492300 covers Freight transport by road (النقل البري للبضائع) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 492300?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Transport General Authority.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 492300?

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 492300 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.