SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPAJA
SOGEFRPPAJA belongs to Societe Generale in Ajaccio, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPAJA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | AJA |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ajaccio |
| 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).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AJA 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPAJA?
SOGEFRPPAJA identifies Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Ajaccio, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPAJA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPAJA against the details from Societe Generale before sending.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPAJA mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and AJA is the code of the branch Societe Generale.
Do I need SOGEFRPPAJA for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPAJA.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.