How can I verify all the data on the certificate, especially data not shown on the printed certificate?
"You can verify the certificate and access all related data by scanning the QR code on the certificate.
Will the classification domains remain the same as in the previous system?
Classification in the new system will be based on the approved activities listed in the National Classification of Economic Activities.
Can the credit rating differ across fields?
"Applicants submit a single credit evaluation form, but a separate credit score is assigned for each field based on specific business risk, governance, and financial criteria. Therefore, the credit rating may differ by field."
How can one verify whether a company’s activity falls under the classification system?
The approved list for each field and the included sectors and activities can be accessed and verified through the ministry agency’s website for regulating city operators. (Financial Boundaries Guide for Classification Sector Activities via the Balady platform).
When did the new classification system come into effect?
The new system is already in effect.
Can I be classified in more than one field?
"Yes, companies can be classified in multiple fields under a single certificate, provided the fields are among the classified activities listed with the Ministry of Commerce—except for engineering offices, which can only be classified in that field."
What is the validity period of the Classification Certificate?
The Classification Certificate is valid for two years.
Is obtaining classification mandatory to create a company profile on the Balady platform?
No, it is not mandatory.
What is meant by the Accreditation Certificate?
"It is a certificate granted to engineering consultancy offices and contractors in the construction and O&M fields. It enables them to use the Balady platform for issuing and approving building permits and obtaining latent defects insurance documents."
Is classification mandatory for companies and institutions in targeted sectors to operate in the Kingdom, whether for government or private projects?
Classification is mandatory for companies and institutions in the targeted sectors only for government projects.