SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBOP
SOGEFRPPBOP belongs to Societe Generale in Bordeaux, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPBOP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | BOP |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Bordeaux Peripherie |
| City | Bordeaux |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- BOP 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 is behind SWIFT code SOGEFRPPBOP?
The code SOGEFRPPBOP belongs to Bordeaux Peripherie, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Bordeaux, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Societe Generale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPBOP mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and BOP is the code of the branch Bordeaux Peripherie.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBOP?
SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBOP points to Bordeaux Peripherie. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SOGEFRPPBOP if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one 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.