SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRP1RTL
SOGEFRP1RTL belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRP1RTL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRP1 |
| Branch code | RTL |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Clientele Retail |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Societe Generale 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.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- RTL 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 SOGEFRP1RTL?
The code SOGEFRP1RTL belongs to Clientele Retail, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in SOGEFRP1RTL stand for?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the code for the city or region and RTL is the code of the branch Clientele Retail.
What happens if I enter SOGEFRP1RTL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRP1RTL with the recipient before sending.
Do I need SOGEFRP1RTL to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRP1RTL.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.