Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 691030: patents

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 691030

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 691030 designates patents (أنشطة تسجيل براءة اختراع) 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	`691030`
Official Title (EN)	patents
Official Title (AR)	أنشطة تسجيل براءة اختراع
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section M — Professional, scientific and technical activities
Parent Entity Code	`6910` — Legal activities
Supervisory Authority	Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property
Licensing Entity	Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`691010`	legal representation and advice	أنشطة المحاماة والاستشارات القانونية	View Code 691010 →
`691020`	general preparation of legal documents	أنشطة التوثيق العام	View Code 691020 →
`691041`	Notification of declarations, dates, orders and judicial documents required for execution	تبليغ الإعلانات، والمواعيد، والأوامر والمستندات القضائية التي يتطلبها التنفيذ	View Code 691041 →
`691042`	Judicial storage to save money	الخزن القضائي لحفظ المال	View Code 691042 →
`691043`	Delivery of moveable assets by the lessor	تسليم المؤجر الأصول المنقولة	View Code 691043 →
`691051`	Money management and keeping (for real estate)	إدارة المال وحفظه للعقار	View Code 691051 →
`691052`	Money management and keeping(for commercial establishment)	إدارة المال وحفظه للمنشآت التجارية	View Code 691052 →
`691053`	Money management and keeping (for medical establishment)	إدارة المال وحفظه للمنشآت الطبية	View Code 691053 →
`691054`	Money management and keeping (for vehicles)	إدارة المال وحفظه للمركبات	View Code 691054 →
`691055`	Money management and keeping (for livestock)	إدارة المال وحفظه للمواشي	View Code 691055 →
`691061`	Legal representation of medical products and devices’ manufacturers	التمثيل القانوني لمصنعي الأجهزة والمنتجات الطبية	View Code 691061 →
`691062`	Arbitration centres services	خدمات مراكز التحكيم	View Code 691062 →

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 691030 cover?

SSIC 691030 covers patents (أنشطة تسجيل براءة اختراع) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 691030?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 691030?

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 691030 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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