Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 881011: Visiting Elderly and People with disabilities

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 881011


Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 881011 designates Visiting Elderly and People with disabilities (أنشطة زيارة كبار السن والأشخاص ذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة) 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: A group of programs that are carried out in specialized centers. The programs include clubs that offer many services for elderly people (males and females) by permanently hosting them and provide them with comprehensive social care programs such as the rehabilitation program which offers one-day activities including physical activities, recreation and entertainment activities, and diverse social activities based on the characteristics of each age group. The programs are owned and operated by normal or legal entities, or by the non-profit sector.

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 Code881011
Official Title (EN)Visiting Elderly and People with disabilities
Official Title (AR)أنشطة زيارة كبار السن والأشخاص ذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة
Classification LevelActivity
Section CategorySection Q — Human health and social work activities
Parent Entity Code8810 — Social work activities without accommodation for the elderly and disabled
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Human Resources and Social Development
Licensing EntityMinistry of Human Resources and Social Development
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition
CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
881012Elderly non-residential rehabilitation centresمراكز كبار السن الأهلية غير الإيوائيةView Code 881012 →
881015Support services centers for special educationمركز الخدمات المساندة للتربية الخاصةView Code 881015 →

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 881011 cover?

SSIC 881011 covers Visiting Elderly and People with disabilities (أنشطة زيارة كبار السن والأشخاص ذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 881011?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 881011?

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 881011 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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