Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 522201: Port activities

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 522201

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 522201 designates Port activities (أنشطة المواني) 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: Operating and managing port facilities and marine terminals, handling cargo and ships, logistics operations, supervising terminals and berths, cargo handling equipment, ship scheduling, infrastructure maintenance, and all related activities within ports and marine terminals

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	`522201`
Official Title (EN)	Port activities
Official Title (AR)	أنشطة المواني
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section H — Transportation and storage
Parent Entity Code	`5222` — Service activities incidental to water transportation
Supervisory Authority	Saudi Ports Authority
Licensing Entity	Saudi Ports Authority
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`522202`	Pilotage support and maritime support	الإرشاد والمساندة والدعم البحري	View Code 522202 →
`522203`	Tugging Ships	قطر السفن	View Code 522203 →
`522204`	Rescue of stranded or damaged vessels or flotation of sunken vessels	إنقاذ السفن الجانحة أو المتضررة أو تعويم السفن الغارقة في البحر	View Code 522204 →
`522206`	Private Port Activities	أنشطة الموانئ الخاصة	View Code 522206 →
`522207`	Marina Operation	تشغيل المراسي البحرية السياحية	View Code 522207 →
`522208`	Maritime Tourism Agencies	وكالات الملاحة السياحية	View Code 522208 →

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 522201 cover?

SSIC 522201 covers Port activities (أنشطة المواني) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 522201?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Saudi Ports Authority.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 522201?

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 522201 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.