SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBES
SOGEFRPPBES belongs to Societe Generale in Besancon, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPBES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | BES |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Besancon |
| Country | France |
The way the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- BES 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 is behind SWIFT code SOGEFRPPBES?
The code SOGEFRPPBES belongs to Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Besancon, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPBES stand for?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and BES is the code of the branch Societe Generale.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBES?
SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBES is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SOGEFRPPBES if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need SOGEFRPPBES to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRPPBES.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.