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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPALG

SOGEFRPPALG belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPALG

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPALG
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeALG
BankSociete Generale
BranchParis Gobelins
CityParis
CountryFrance

The way the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC works

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.
ALG 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 is behind SWIFT code SOGEFRPPALG?

SOGEFRPPALG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Paris Gobelins, 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 SOGEFRPPALG to send euros to France?

France is part of 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 do need SOGEFRPPALG.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPALG incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPALG with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Societe Generale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. 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.