SWIFT/BIC code SOGEAU21XXX
SOGEAU21XXX belongs to Societe Generale, Australia Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEAU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEAU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Generale, Australia Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Societe Generale, Australia Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOGE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind BIC SOGEAU21XXX?
SOGEAU21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Societe Generale, Australia Branch in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to Societe Generale, Australia Branch does not need a specific branch.
Does Societe Generale, Australia Branch use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SOGEAU21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Societe Generale, Australia Branch in Australia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are SOGEAU21 and SOGEAU21XXX the same code?
Yes. SOGEAU21 is the short version of SOGEAU21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Societe Generale, Australia Branch in Sydney.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale, Australia Branch in Australia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale, Australia Branch take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Societe Generale, Australia Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SOGEAU21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.