Saudi Arabia SSIC Group 960: Other personal service activities

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Group | Official Code: 960

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 960 designates Other personal service activities (أنشطةُ الخدمات الشخصية الأخرى) 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	`960`
Official Title (EN)	Other personal service activities
Official Title (AR)	أنشطةُ الخدمات الشخصية الأخرى
Classification Level	Group
Section Category	Section S — Other service activities
Parent Entity Code	`96` — Other personal service activities
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Commerce / Standard Sectoral Regulator
Licensing Entity	Balady / Sector Ministry
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Sub-Classes in Group 960 (4)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`9601`	Washing and (dry-) cleaning of textile and fur products	غسيل المنسوجات ومنتجات الفراء وتنظيفها (الجاف)	View Code 9601 →
`9602`	Hairdressing and other beauty treatment	تصفيف الشعر وأنواع التجميل الأخرى	View Code 9602 →
`9603`	Funeral and related activities	أنشطة الجنازات وما يتصل بها من أنشطة	View Code 9603 →
`9609`	Other personal service activities n.e.c.	أنشطة الخدمات الشخصية الأخرى غير المصنّفة في موضع آخر	View Code 9609 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Group 960 (16 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Group 960 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`960110`	Washing, ironing, dry-cleaning of all kind of clothes including fur and textiles, and laundry collection and delivery services	غسل وكي والتنظيف الجاف لشتى أنواع الملابس بما فيها الفراء والمنسوجات وتشمل جمع وتوزيع الغسيل	View Activity 960110 →
`960120`	carpet and rug shampooing and drapery and curtain cleaning, whether on clients’premises or not	غسل الموكيت والسجاد والستائر وغيرها، سواء غسلت في مكان الزبون أو في مكان آخر	View Activity 960120 →
`960130`	provision of linens, work uniforms and related items by laundries	توفير البياضات، بدلات العمال، وغيرها من أمور ذات الصلة التي توفرها المغسلات	View Activity 960130 →
`960210`	beauty salons for women	الصالونات النسائية	View Activity 960210 →
`960220`	barber shops for men	الصالونات الرجالية	View Activity 960220 →
`960230`	beauty salons for children	صالونات الأطفال	View Activity 960230 →
`960310`	preparing the dead for burial including embalming and morticians’ services	تجهيز المتوفى للدفن ، يشمل ( تغسيل وتكفين ونقل الموتى )	View Activity 960310 →
`960920`	Relaxation and personal care centers	مراكز الاسترخاء والعناية الشخصية	View Activity 960920 →
`960931`	Animal Care	العناية بالحيوانات	View Activity 960931 →
`960932`	Horse care and training	العناية بالخيل وتدريبها	View Activity 960932 →
`960933`	display of pets	عرض حيوانات أليفة	View Activity 960933 →
`960934`	Animal training	تدريب الحيوانات	View Activity 960934 →
`960935`	Showing wild species, or their products or derivatives	عرض الكائنات الفطرية أو منتجاتها أو مشتقاتها	View Activity 960935 →
`960950`	concession operation of coin-operated personal service machines (photo booths, weighing machines, coin-operated lockers etc.)	العمل بالأجهزة التي تعمل بالعملة والتي توفر خدمات شخصية ، يشمل ( أجهزة التصوير الفوتوغرافي، أجهزة قياس الوزن، الخزائن التي تفتح بالعملة وغيرها )	View Activity 960950 →
`960961`	Valet parking services	خدمة إيقاف المركبات	View Activity 960961 →
`960962`	Organizing weddings and special occasions	تنظيم حفلات الزواج والمناسبات الخاصة	View Activity 960962 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Group 960

Business Type	Arabic Name	Primary Code	Industry Sector	Guide
Barber shop	صالون حلاقة رجالية	`960220`	Retail	Setup Guide →
Coin operated laundry equipment supplier	غسل وكي والتنظيف الجاف لشتى أنواع الملابس بما فيها الفراء والمنسوجات وتشمل جمع وتوزيع الغسيل	`960110`	Personal Services	Setup Guide →
Day spa	الصالونات النسائية	`960210`	Personal Services	Setup Guide →
Dry cleaner	تنظيف جاف ومصبغة	`960110`	Personal Services	Setup Guide →
Laundry	غسل وكي والتنظيف الجاف لشتى أنواع الملابس بما فيها الفراء والمنسوجات وتشمل جمع وتوزيع الغسيل	`960110`	Personal Services	Setup Guide →
Laundry service	مغسلة ملابس وتنظيف جاف	`960110`	Personal Services	Setup Guide →
Nail salon	صالون عناية بالأظافر والبديكير	`960210`	Personal Services	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 960 cover?

SSIC 960 covers Other personal service activities (أنشطةُ الخدمات الشخصية الأخرى) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 960?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce and respective sectoral regulators.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 960?

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 960 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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