SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRP1S2G
SOGEFRP1S2G belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRP1S2G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRP1 |
| Branch code | S2G |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Branch |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
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.
- S2G 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 BIC SOGEFRP1S2G?
SOGEFRP1S2G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Branch, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SOGEFRP1S2G mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, P1 is the code for the city or region and S2G is the code of the department Branch.
Do I need SOGEFRP1S2G to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRP1S2G.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Societe Generale got more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.