Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 749045: airports operations consulting services

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 749045

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 749045 designates airports operations consulting services (خدمات الاستشارت في مجال عمليات المطارات) 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: Provide advisory services in the airport operations.

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	`749045`
Official Title (EN)	airports operations consulting services
Official Title (AR)	خدمات الاستشارت في مجال عمليات المطارات
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section M — Professional, scientific and technical activities
Parent Entity Code	`7490` — Other professional, scientific and technical activities n.e.c.
Supervisory Authority	General Authority of Civil Aviation
Licensing Entity	General Authority of Civil Aviation
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`749010`	Translation activity	نشاط الترجمة	View Code 749010 →
`749021`	Evaluation of the economic establishments	تقييم المنشآت الاقتصادية	View Code 749021 →
`749022`	Evaluation of machinery and equipment	تقييم الآلات والمعدات	View Code 749022 →
`749023`	Evaluation of Motor Vehicle Damage	تقييم أضرار حوادث المركبات	View Code 749023 →
`749024`	Valuation of Gemstones and Precious Metals	تقييم المعادن الثمينة والاحجار الكريمة	View Code 749024 →
`749031`	Security Consultations	الاستشارات الأمنية	View Code 749031 →
`749032`	Agricultural consulting activities	أنشطة الاستشارات الزراعية	View Code 749032 →
`749033`	Environmental consulting activities	أنشطة الاستشارات البيئية	View Code 749033 →
`749035`	Food consulting services activities	أنشطة خدمات استشارات غذائية	View Code 749035 →
`749036`	Medical Device Regulatory Consulting Activities	أنشطة خدمات استشارات في مجال تنظيم الأجهزة الطبية	View Code 749036 →
`749037`	Activities of providing consultations and services of quality assurance and radiological protection in the field of radiological health	أنشطة تقديم الاستشارات وخدمات توكيد الجودة والحماية من الإشعاع في مجال الصحة الإشعاعية	View Code 749037 →
`749038`	Health consulting activities	أنشطة الاستشارات الصحية	View Code 749038 →

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 749045 cover?

SSIC 749045 covers airports operations consulting services (خدمات الاستشارت في مجال عمليات المطارات) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 749045?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of General Authority of Civil Aviation.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 749045?

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 749045 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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