Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Division | Official Code: 53
SSIC code 53 designates Postal and courier activities (أنشطة البريد ونقل الرسائل والطرود بواسطة مندوبين) 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.
| Parameter | Official Value |
|---|---|
| Saudi SSIC Code | 53 |
| Official Title (EN) | Postal and courier activities |
| Official Title (AR) | أنشطة البريد ونقل الرسائل والطرود بواسطة مندوبين |
| 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 |
| Code | Title (EN) | Title (AR) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
532 | Courier activities not operating under a universal service obligation | أنشطة شركات نقل البريد الخاصة | View Code 532 → |
Below are official economic activity codes registered under Division 53 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:
| 6-Digit SSIC Code | Official Activity Title (EN) | Official Activity Title (AR) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
532011 | (Parcel shipping (domestic | نقل الطرود (محلي) | View Activity 532011 → |
532012 | (Parcel shipping (domestic and international | نقل الطرود (محلي ودولي) | View Activity 532012 → |
532013 | ‘Providing delivery service via Electronic applications | تقديم خدمات التوصيل عبر المنصات الالكترونية | View Activity 532013 → |
| Business Type | Arabic Name | Primary Code | Industry Sector | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courier service | خدمات Courier | 532011 | Transportation | Setup Guide → |
| 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 |
SSIC 53 covers Postal and courier activities (أنشطة البريد ونقل الرسائل والطرود بواسطة مندوبين) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.
Activities under this code fall under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce and respective sectoral regulators.
Yes. In most sectors, the Ministry of Investment (MISA) permits 100% foreign equity ownership. Refer to our MISA Guide for full requirements.
MHRSD calculates your Saudization tier based on your primary SSIC activity registered on your Commercial Registration.
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.