SWIFT/BIC code SOGECGCGXXX
SOGECGCGXXX belongs to Societe Generale Congo in Brazzaville, Congo - Brazzaville.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGECGCGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGECGCG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Generale Congo |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brazzaville |
| Country | Congo - Brazzaville |
How the Societe Generale Congo SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOGE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CG 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 uses BIC SOGECGCGXXX?
The code SOGECGCGXXX belongs to the main office of Societe Generale Congo in Brazzaville, Congo - Brazzaville. It is the code to use when a payment to Societe Generale Congo does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale Congo?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Societe Generale Congo?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOGECGCGXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Congo - Brazzaville uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SOGECGCGXXX mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale Congo, CG is the ISO code of Congo - Brazzaville, CG is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use SOGECGCGXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGECGCGXXX against the details from Societe Generale Congo before you confirm.
Are SOGECGCG and SOGECGCGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SOGECGCG is the 8-character version of SOGECGCGXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Societe Generale Congo in Brazzaville.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.