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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBMA

SOGEFRPPBMA belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPBMA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPBMA
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeBMA
BankSociete Generale
BranchParis Madeleine
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.
BMA 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 SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBMA?

SOGEFRPPBMA identifies Paris Madeleine, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBMA?

SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBMA is Paris Madeleine. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPBMA if the recipient asks for it.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need SOGEFRPPBMA to send euros to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPBMA.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPBMA incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPBMA against the details from Societe Generale before you confirm.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.

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