SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPARM
SOGEFRPPARM belongs to Societe Generale in Armentieres, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPARM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | ARM |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Armentieres |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- ARM 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 SOGEFRPPARM?
The code SOGEFRPPARM belongs to Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Armentieres, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Societe Generale have 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.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPARM stand for?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and ARM is the code of the branch Societe Generale.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPARM?
SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPARM points to Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPARM.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often 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.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.