Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 662211: Insurance brokerage

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 662211

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 662211 designates Insurance brokerage (وساطة التأمين) 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: Represent the insureds or prospective insureds for a compensation, to solicit, procures and negotiates insurance contracts.

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	`662211`
Official Title (EN)	Insurance brokerage
Official Title (AR)	وساطة التأمين
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section K — Financial and insurance activities
Parent Entity Code	`6622` — Activities of insurance agents and brokers
Supervisory Authority	Insurance Authority
Licensing Entity	Insurance Authority
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`662200`	Insurance agency	وكالة التأمين	View Code 662200 →
`662212`	Reinsurance brokerage	وساطة إعادة التأمين	View Code 662212 →
`662213`	Insurance Aggregation	وساطة التأمين الإلكترونية	View Code 662213 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Activity 662211

Business Type	Arabic Name	Primary Code	Industry Sector	Guide
Car and Motor Insurance Agency	وكالة ومكتب Car and Motor Insurance	`662211`	Automotive	Setup Guide →
Insurance agency	وكالة ومكتب Insurance	`662211`	Finance	Setup Guide →
Insurance broker	وساطة التأمين	`662211`	Finance	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 662211 cover?

SSIC 662211 covers Insurance brokerage (وساطة التأمين) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 662211?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Insurance Authority.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 662211?

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 662211 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.