SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPAED

SOGEFRPPAED belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPAED

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPAED
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeAED
BankSociete Generale
BranchParis Denfert
CityParis
CountryFrance

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).
PP Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
AED 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 SWIFT code SOGEFRPPAED?

SOGEFRPPAED identifies Paris Denfert, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need SOGEFRPPAED for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRPPAED.

How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPAED?

SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPAED points to Paris Denfert. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPAED.

Has Societe Generale got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPAED incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPAED with the recipient before sending.

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