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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRP1EDN

SOGEFRP1EDN belongs to Societe Generale in Nantes, France.

SOGEFRP1EDN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRP1EDN
8-character codeSOGEFRP1
Branch codeEDN
BankSociete Generale
BranchEpargne Salariale Cdn
CityNantes
CountryFrance

How the Societe Generale 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.
FR Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
P1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
EDN 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 branch is behind SWIFT code SOGEFRP1EDN?

SOGEFRP1EDN identifies Epargne Salariale Cdn, a unit of Societe Generale in Nantes, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of SOGEFRP1EDN stand for?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, P1 is the location code and EDN identifies the department Epargne Salariale Cdn.

Can I use SOGEFRP1 instead of SOGEFRP1EDN?

SOGEFRP1 points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRP1EDN is Epargne Salariale Cdn. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRP1EDN.

Do I need SOGEFRP1EDN for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRP1EDN.

How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

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