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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPAUG

SOGEFRPPAUG belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPAUG

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPAUG
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeAUG
BankSociete Generale
BranchParis Gambetta
CityParis
CountryFrance

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.
AUG 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 uses BIC SOGEFRPPAUG?

SOGEFRPPAUG identifies Paris Gambetta, part of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

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

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 happens if I use SOGEFRPPAUG incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPAUG with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in SOGEFRPPAUG mean?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and AUG identifies the department Paris Gambetta.

Do I need SOGEFRPPAUG for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRPPAUG.

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