SWIFT/BIC code SOGEDEFFXXX

SOGEDEFFXXX belongs to Societe Generale S.A. in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

SOGEDEFFXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEDEFFXXX
8-character codeSOGEDEFF
Branch codeXXX
BankSociete Generale S.A.
BranchHead office
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

How the Societe Generale S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

SOGE Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
FF 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 SWIFT code SOGEDEFFXXX?

The code SOGEDEFFXXX belongs to the headquarters of Societe Generale S.A. in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use it when a payment to Societe Generale S.A. does not need a specific branch.

Do I need SOGEDEFFXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SOGEDEFFXXX.

How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale S.A.?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Are SOGEDEFF and SOGEDEFFXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. SOGEDEFF is the 8-character version of SOGEDEFFXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Societe Generale S.A. in Frankfurt Am Main.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale S.A. in Germany?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use SOGEDEFFXXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEDEFFXXX against the details from Societe Generale S.A. before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.