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Saudi Arabia SSIC Group 620: Computer programming, consultancy and related activities

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Group | Official Code: 620

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 620 designates Computer programming, consultancy and related activities (برمجة الحاسوب - وتقديم الاستشارات في مجال الحاسوب والأنشطة ذات الصلة) 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

ParameterOfficial Value
Saudi SSIC Code620
Official Title (EN)Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
Official Title (AR)برمجة الحاسوب - وتقديم الاستشارات في مجال الحاسوب والأنشطة ذات الصلة
Classification LevelGroup
Section CategorySection J — Information and Communication
Parent Entity Code62 — Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Commerce / Standard Sectoral Regulator
Licensing EntityBalady / Sector Ministry
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Sub-Classes in Group 620 (2)

CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
6201Computer programming activitiesأنشطة البرمجة الحاسوبيةView Code 6201 →
6202Computer consultancy and computer facilities management activitiesأنشطة الخبرة الاستشارية الحاسوبية وإدارة المرافق الحاسوبيةView Code 6202 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Group 620 (17 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Group 620 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC CodeOfficial Activity Title (EN)Official Activity Title (AR)Details
620101analysis of systemsتحليل النظمView Activity 620101 →
620102designing and programming special softwareتصميم وبرمجة البرمجيات الخاصةView Activity 620102 →
620104Design User Experience and customer Journeyتصميم واجهة وتجربة المستخدمView Activity 620104 →
620106Robotics Technologiesتقنيات الروبوتView Activity 620106 →
620107(Three dimensional Printing (3D Printingتقنية الطباعة ثلاثية الأبعادView Activity 620107 →
620108Virtual Reality technologiesتقنيات الواقع الافتراضي والمعززView Activity 620108 →
620111Application Developmentتطوير التطبيقاتView Activity 620111 →
620112Video Games Developmentsتطوير الألعاب الإلكترونيةView Activity 620112 →
620113Artificial Intelligence Technologiesتقنيات الذكاء الاصطناعيView Activity 620113 →
620115Fintech Solutionsحلول التقنية الماليةView Activity 620115 →
620116Military Softwareالبرمجيات العسكريةView Activity 620116 →
620117GIS web services and applicationsتطبيقات وخدمات ويب نظم المعلومات الجيومكانيةView Activity 620117 →
620118Medical, health and wellness Software or Applicationsبرمجيات الاجهزة الصحية والطبيةView Activity 620118 →
620211Providing management and control service of communication and information networksتقديم خدمة إدارة ومراقبة شبكات الاتصالات والمعلوماتView Activity 620211 →
620212Computer consultancy activitiesأنشطة الاستشارات في مجال الحاسب الآليView Activity 620212 →
620213ICT consultancy activitiesأنشطة الاستشارات في مجال الاتصالات وتقنية المعلوماتView Activity 620213 →
620214Cybersecurityالأمن السيبرانيView Activity 620214 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Group 620

Business TypeArabic NamePrimary CodeIndustry SectorGuide
Computer consultantاستشارات حاسب آلي ونظم معلومات620212TechnologySetup Guide →
Software companyشركة برمجيات وتطوير تقني620102TechnologySetup Guide →

Regulatory & Business Setup Use Cases in Saudi Arabia

  1. Ministry of Commerce (MC): Required on your Saudi Commercial Registration (CR) to legally define the company’s business activities.
  2. Ministry of Investment (MISA): Determines eligibility for 100% foreign-owned investment licenses and capital requirements. See our MISA Licensing Guide.
  3. ZATCA Taxation & Zakat: Activity categorization for Corporate Income Tax (20%), Zakat (2.5%), and 15% VAT filing rules. See our ZATCA Tax Guide.
  4. MHRSD / Qiwa (Nitaqat Quotas): Determines the required percentage of Saudi national employees. Check our Nitaqat Saudization Guide.
  5. Balady Municipal Licensing: Establishes commercial shop, office, and warehouse zoning compliance.

Compliance & Regulatory Risk Assessment

Assessment FactorVerification StatusRegulatory Source / Evidence
Official GASTAT Registry✅ VerifiedConfirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International Crosswalk✅ AlignedStandardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) Active✅ EligibleAvailable for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment Path✅ Permitted100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural Hierarchy✅ CompleteFull parent-child relationship verified from Section to Activity
Overall Regulatory Readiness Score🟢 10 / 10Low Compliance Risk / Ready for Commercial Setup

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does Saudi SSIC code 620 cover?

SSIC 620 covers Computer programming, consultancy and related activities (برمجة الحاسوب - وتقديم الاستشارات في مجال الحاسوب والأنشطة ذات الصلة) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 620?

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 620?

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 620 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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