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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPAMS

SOGEFRPPAMS belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPAMS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPAMS
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeAMS
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityParis
CountryFrance

The way 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.
AMS 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPAMS?

The code SOGEFRPPAMS belongs to Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPAMS stand for?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and AMS is the code of the branch Societe Generale.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPAMS incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPAMS with the recipient before you confirm.

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

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

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPAMS?

SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPAMS is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPAMS if the recipient asks for it.

Has Societe Generale got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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