SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBML
SOGEFRPPBML belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPBML |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | BML |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Paris Buttes Chaumont |
| City | Paris |
| 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.
- BML 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 SOGEFRPPBML?
The code SOGEFRPPBML belongs to Paris Buttes Chaumont, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need SOGEFRPPBML for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPBML.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPBML mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and BML is the code of the department Paris Buttes Chaumont.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.