SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBEV

SOGEFRPPBEV belongs to Societe Generale in Beauvais, France.

SOGEFRPPBEV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPBEV
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeBEV
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityBeauvais
CountryFrance

How 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.
BEV 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 uses BIC SOGEFRPPBEV?

SOGEFRPPBEV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Beauvais, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPBEV stand for?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and BEV is the code of the branch Societe Generale.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBEV?

SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBEV is Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SOGEFRPPBEV if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPBEV incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPBEV with the recipient before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.