Saudi Arabia SSIC Section D: Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Section | Official Code: D

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code D designates Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply (إمدادات الكهرباء والغاز والبخار وتكييف الهواء) 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	`D`
Official Title (EN)	Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
Official Title (AR)	إمدادات الكهرباء والغاز والبخار وتكييف الهواء
Classification Level	Section
Section Category	Section D — Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
Parent Entity Code	Top-level Root Entity
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-Divisions in Section D (1)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`35`	Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply	توصيل الكهرباء والغاز والبخار وتكييف الهواء	View Code 35 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Section D (14 Codes)

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

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`351011`	Electric power generation	توليد الطاقة الكهربائية	View Activity 351011 →
`351012`	Electric power transmission	نقل الطاقة الكهربائية	View Activity 351012 →
`351013`	Distribution and retail sale of electric power	توزيع الطاقة الكهربائية وبيعها بالتجزئة	View Activity 351013 →
`351014`	Distribution and wholesale of electric power	توزيع الطاقة الكهربائية وبيعها بالجملة	View Activity 351014 →
`351016`	Importing and exporting electricity	استيراد الطاقة الكهربائية وتصديرها	View Activity 351016 →
`351017`	Tendering electricity generation projects, and procuring electricity for the purpose of selling it in bulk	طرح مشاريع توليد الكهرباء، وشراء الكهرباء لغرض بيعها بالجملة	View Activity 351017 →
`351018`	Procuring and selling electrical system services	شراء وبيع خدمات المنظومة الكهربائية	View Activity 351018 →
`352001`	Production of kinds of gas fuel	انتاج أنواع الوقود الغازية	View Activity 352001 →
`352002`	Distribution of gaseous fuels of various types through mains	توزيع أنواع الوقود الغازية عن طريق المواسير	View Activity 352002 →
`352003`	Manufacture of gas	صناعة غاز الاستصباح	View Activity 352003 →
`353002`	Production and distribution of cooled air	إنتاج وتوزيع الهواء المبرد	View Activity 353002 →
`353003`	Production and distribution of chilled water for cooling purposes	إنتاج وتوزيع المياة المبردة لأغراض التبريد	View Activity 353003 →
`353004`	Production of ice used for cooling	إنتاج الثلج المستخدم في التبريد	View Activity 353004 →
`353005`	Production of ice for human use	إنتاج الثلج للاستخدام الادمي	View Activity 353005 →

Browse All Economic Sections (A–S) in Saudi Arabia

Section	Sector Title (EN)	Sector Title (AR)	Explore
Section A	Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing	الزراعة والحراجة وصيد الأسماك	View Section A →
Section B	Mining and quarrying	التعدين واستغلال المحاجر	View Section B →
Section C	Manufacturing	الصناعة التحويلية	View Section C →
Section D (Current)	Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply	إمدادات الكهرباء والغاز والبخار وتكييف الهواء	View Section D →
Section E	Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities	إمدادات المياه وأنشطة الصرف الصحي وإدارة النفايات ومعالجتها	View Section E →
Section F	Construction	التشييد	View Section F →
Section G	Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles	تجارة الجملة والتجزئة وإصلاح المركبات ذات المحركات والدرجات النارية	View Section G →
Section H	Transportation and storage	النقل والتخزين	View Section H →
Section I	Accommodation and food service activities	أنشطة خدمات الاقامة والطعام	View Section I →
Section J	Information and Communication	المعلومات والاتصالات	View Section J →
Section K	Financial and insurance activities	لأنشطة المالية وأنشطة التأمين	View Section K →
Section L	Real estate activities	الأنشطة العقارية	View Section L →
Section M	Professional, scientific and technical activities	الأنشطة المهنية والعلمية والتقنية	View Section M →
Section N	Administrative and support service activities	الخدمات الإدارية وخدمات الدعم	View Section N →
Section O	Public administration and defense; compulsory social security	الإدارة العامة والدفاع , الضمان الاجتماعي الالزامي	View Section O →
Section P	Education	التعليم	View Section P →
Section Q	Human health and social work activities	أنشطة صحة الانسان والعمل الاجتماعي	View Section Q →
Section R	Arts, entertainment and recreation	الفنون والترفيه والتسلية	View Section R →
Section S	Other service activities	أنشطة الخدمات الأخرى	View Section S →

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 D cover?

SSIC D covers Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply (إمدادات الكهرباء والغاز والبخار وتكييف الهواء) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC D?

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 D?

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 D 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.