Saudi Arabia SSIC Division 55: Accommodation

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Division | Official Code: 55

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 55 designates Accommodation (الإقامة) 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	`55`
Official Title (EN)	Accommodation
Official Title (AR)	الإقامة
Classification Level	Division
Section Category	Section I — Accommodation and food service activities
Parent Entity Code	`I` — Accommodation and food service activities
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 55 (3)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`551`	Short term accommodation activities	أنشطة الإقامة القصيرة المدى	View Code 551 →
`552`	Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks	أماكن المخيمات والمنتزهات الترفيهية التي تتيح مكاناّ للسيارات والمنتزهات التي تتيح مكاناّ للمقطورات	View Code 552 →
`559`	Other accommodation	مرافق الإقامة الاخرى	View Code 559 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Division 55 (19 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Division 55 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`551011`	Hotels	الفنادق	View Activity 551011 →
`551013`	Heritage hotels	الفنادق التراثية	View Activity 551013 →
`551014`	Wellness hotels	فنادق الاستشفاء	View Activity 551014 →
`551015`	Boutique hotels	فنادق البوتيك	View Activity 551015 →
`551022`	Hotel apartments	الشقق الفندقية	View Activity 551022 →
`551023`	Hotel villas	الفلل الفندقية	View Activity 551023 →
`551025`	Serviced Apartments	الشقق المخدومة	View Activity 551025 →
`551041`	Holiday House (Chalets)	بيوت العطلات (الشاليهات)	View Activity 551041 →
`551042`	Commercial chalets	الاستراحات التجارية	View Activity 551042 →
`551043`	Tourist hostel	النزل السياحية	View Activity 551043 →
`551044`	Resorts	المنتجعات	View Activity 551044 →
`551050`	Palaces and halls of weddings and events with accommodation	قصور وصالات الافراح والمناسبات مع الاقامة	View Activity 551050 →
`551060`	Timeshare units	وحدات المشاركة بالوقت	View Activity 551060 →
`551071`	Capsule hotel	فنادق الكبسولة	View Activity 551071 →
`551081`	Management of tourist accommodation facilities	إدارة مرافق الإيواء السياحي	View Activity 551081 →
`552001`	Camping	المخيمات	View Activity 552001 →
`552003`	Temporary hospitality facilities	مرافق الضيافة المؤقتة	View Activity 552003 →
`559002`	Student residences	سكن الطلاب	View Activity 559002 →
`559003`	collective housing for individuals	السكن الجماعي للافراد	View Activity 559003 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Division 55

Business Type	Arabic Name	Primary Code	Industry Sector	Guide
Extended stay hotel	الفنادق	`551011`	Hospitality	Setup Guide →
Hotel	فندق	`551011`	Hospitality	Setup Guide →
Motel	نزل فندقي (موتيل)	`551011`	Hospitality	Setup Guide →
Resort hotel	منتجع فندقي وسياحي	`551011`	Hospitality	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 55 cover?

SSIC 55 covers Accommodation (الإقامة) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 55?

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 55?

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 55 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.