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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPALB

SOGEFRPPALB belongs to Societe Generale in Albi, France.

SOGEFRPPALB

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPALB
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeALB
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityAlbi
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.
ALB 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPALB?

The code SOGEFRPPALB belongs to Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Albi, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPALB incorrectly?

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

How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need SOGEFRPPALB for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPALB.

Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPALB?

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

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