Saudi Arabia SSIC Division 60: Programming and broadcasting activities

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Division | Official Code: 60

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 60 designates Programming and broadcasting activities (أنشطة البرمجة والإذاعة) 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	`60`
Official Title (EN)	Programming and broadcasting activities
Official Title (AR)	أنشطة البرمجة والإذاعة
Classification Level	Division
Section Category	Section J — Information and Communication
Parent Entity Code	`J` — Information and Communication
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 60 (2)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`601`	Radio broadcasting	الإذاعة الصوتية	View Code 601 →
`602`	Television programming and broadcasting activities	أنشطة البرمجة والإذاعة التلفزيونية	View Code 602 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Division 60 (9 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Division 60 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`601001`	assembling and transmitting aural programming via over-the-air broadcasts, cable or satellite	البث الاذاعي عن طريق الجو او الاسلاك او القمر الصناعي	View Activity 601001 →
`601002`	radio broadcasting activities over the Internet (Internet radio stations)	البث الاذاعي عن طريق الانترنت ( محطات اذاعة الانترنت )	View Activity 601002 →
`601003`	broadcasting activities	أنشطة الإذاعة	View Activity 601003 →
`602011`	television broadcasting	البث التلفزيوني	View Activity 602011 →
`602021`	Cable and satellite programs and other services subject to subscription	برامج الكابل والسواتل وغيرها من الخدمات الخاضعة للأشتراك	View Activity 602021 →
`602031`	Tv activities	أنشطة التلفزيون	View Activity 602031 →
`602032`	Channel subscription programming activities	أنشطة برمجة اشتراك القنوات	View Activity 602032 →
`602034`	Operating the service of satellite connection to control the audiovisual content	تشغيل خدمة الربط العلوي بالأقمار الصناعية لأغراض توزيع المحتوى المرئي والمسموع	View Activity 602034 →
`602035`	Operating a platform to manage and control the satellite channels through specific receivers, and to control the satellite live broadcast via (cas) system	تشغيل منصة توزيع وإدارة قنوات فضائية عبر أجهزة الاستقبال الفضائي، وتوزيع البث المباشر عبر الأقمار الصناعية باستخدام نظام (cas)	View Activity 602035 →

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 60 cover?

SSIC 60 covers Programming and broadcasting activities (أنشطة البرمجة والإذاعة) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 60?

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 60?

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 60 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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