SWIFT/BIC code SOGEBJBJXXX
SOGEBJBJXXX belongs to Societe Generale Benin in Cotonou, Benin.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEBJBJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEBJBJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Generale Benin |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cotonou |
| Country | Benin |
How the Societe Generale Benin 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.
- BJ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT code SOGEBJBJXXX?
SOGEBJBJXXX identifies the head office of Societe Generale Benin in Cotonou, Benin. It is the code to use when a payment to Societe Generale Benin does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter SOGEBJBJXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEBJBJXXX against the details from Societe Generale Benin before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale Benin?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Benin with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SOGEBJBJXXX mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale Benin, BJ is the ISO code of Benin, BJ is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Societe Generale Benin?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOGEBJBJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Benin uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale Benin take in Benin?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.