SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPAPS
SOGEFRPPAPS belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPAPS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | APS |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Paris St Lazare |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- APS 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 code SOGEFRPPAPS?
The code SOGEFRPPAPS belongs to Paris St Lazare, a unit 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 SOGEFRPPAPS mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and APS identifies the department Paris St Lazare.
Does Societe Generale have more 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.
Do I need SOGEFRPPAPS for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPAPS.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.