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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPARC

SOGEFRPPARC belongs to Societe Generale in Arcachon, France.

SOGEFRPPARC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPARC
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeARC
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityArcachon
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.
ARC 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 BIC SOGEFRPPARC?

SOGEFRPPARC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Arcachon, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPARC incorrectly?

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

What does each part of SOGEFRPPARC stand for?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and ARC is the code of the department Societe Generale.

How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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

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.

Do I need SOGEFRPPARC for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPARC.

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