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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBOB

SOGEFRPPBOB belongs to Societe Generale in Bobigny, France.

SOGEFRPPBOB

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPBOB
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeBOB
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityBobigny
CountryFrance

The way the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
BOB 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

What bank uses BIC SOGEFRPPBOB?

SOGEFRPPBOB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Bobigny, 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?

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.

Do I need SOGEFRPPBOB for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPBOB.

What do the letters in SOGEFRPPBOB stand for?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and BOB is the code of the branch Societe Generale.

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

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

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPBOB with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPBOB with the recipient before you confirm.

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