SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRP1S29
SOGEFRP1S29 belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRP1S29 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRP1 |
| Branch code | S29 |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Sg 29 Haussmann |
| 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.
- S29 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 is behind BIC SOGEFRP1S29?
SOGEFRP1S29 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sg 29 Haussmann, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SOGEFRP1S29 to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRP1S29.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use SOGEFRP1 instead of SOGEFRP1S29?
SOGEFRP1 is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRP1S29 is Sg 29 Haussmann. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SOGEFRP1S29 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Societe Generale got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Many banks 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.