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73110M — Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities

SIC Code 73110Advertising agencies

Providing a full range of advertising services including creating advertising campaigns, producing advertisements, media planning and buying, and public relations activities combined with advertising.

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What This Code Means

This is the standard code for marketing and advertising agencies of all sizes. It covers both traditional and digital advertising. If your agency is purely a design studio without advertising strategy, 74100 may be more appropriate. SEO and PPC agencies typically use this code. Social media management companies often choose between this and 70229 (management consultancy) — use whichever best describes your primary service. Media buying agencies may prefer 73120.

Businesses That Use This Code

  • Full-service advertising agencies
  • Digital marketing agencies
  • Social media marketing companies
  • PPC and SEO agencies
  • Creative agencies producing ad campaigns

Related SIC Codes

73120Media representation services
73200Market research and public opinion polling
70210Public relations activities
74100Specialised design activities
62012Software development

How to Register This SIC Code

You provide your SIC code when registering your company at Companies House. You can also update it on your confirmation statement if your business activity changes. You can have up to four SIC codes — the first should be your primary (highest revenue) activity.

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