SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPATV
SOGEFRPPATV belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPATV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | ATV |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Paris Victor Hugo |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
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.
- ATV 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPATV?
SOGEFRPPATV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Paris Victor Hugo, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPATV stand for?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and ATV is the code of the branch Paris Victor Hugo.
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. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SOGEFRPPATV for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPATV.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPATV?
SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPATV points to Paris Victor Hugo. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPATV.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.