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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRP1GAO

SOGEFRP1GAO belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRP1GAO

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRP1GAO
8-character codeSOGEFRP1
Branch codeGAO
BankSociete Generale
BranchBranch
CityParis
CountryFrance

The way 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.
GAO 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 uses SWIFT code SOGEFRP1GAO?

SOGEFRP1GAO identifies Branch, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use SOGEFRP1GAO with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRP1GAO against the details from Societe Generale before sending.

Do I need SOGEFRP1GAO for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRP1GAO.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of SOGEFRP1GAO stand for?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the code for the city or region and GAO identifies the department Branch.

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