Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 811005: Managing the processes of operation and maintenance in buildings and their facilities

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 811005


Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 811005 designates Managing the processes of operation and maintenance in buildings and their facilities (إدارة عمليات الصيانة والتشغيل في المباني والمرافق التابعة لھا) 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: 1. Providing management services for the operations and maintenance of buildings and facilities. 2. Monitoring work and continuous improvement. 3. Increasing the efficiency of maintenance and operation processes in the customer’s facilities, which involves:A. Contract management. B. Planning and scheduling maintenance work. C. Developing and monitoring performance indicators of facilities management. D. Determining asset life-cycle costs. E. Using applications and computerized systems. F. Applying safety and environmental standards to ensure higher spending efficiency, asset preservation, and more effective facilities operations. This includes administrative, health facilities buildings, and support facilities such as central air-conditioning stations, car parks.

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 Code811005
Official Title (EN)Managing the processes of operation and maintenance in buildings and their facilities
Official Title (AR)إدارة عمليات الصيانة والتشغيل في المباني والمرافق التابعة لھا
Classification LevelActivity
Section CategorySection N — Administrative and support service activities
Parent Entity Code8110 — Combined facilities support activities
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Licensing EntityMinistry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition
CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
811001provision of support services within facilitiesأنشطة توفير خدمات الحماية للمبانيView Code 811001 →
811002Activities of government buildings cleaning servicesأنشطة خدمات التنظيف للمباني الحكوميةView Code 811002 →
811003provision of maintenance services within facilitiesأنشطة خدمات صيانة المبانيView Code 811003 →
811006Gas station managementإدارة محطات الوقودView Code 811006 →

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 RegistryVerifiedConfirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International CrosswalkAlignedStandardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) ActiveEligibleAvailable for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment PathPermitted100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural HierarchyCompleteFull 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 811005 cover?

SSIC 811005 covers Managing the processes of operation and maintenance in buildings and their facilities (إدارة عمليات الصيانة والتشغيل في المباني والمرافق التابعة لھا) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 811005?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 811005?

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 811005 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.