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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBOU

SOGEFRPPBOU belongs to Societe Generale in Bourges, France.

SOGEFRPPBOU

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPBOU
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeBOU
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityBourges
CountryFrance

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.
BOU 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 SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBOU?

The code SOGEFRPPBOU belongs to Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Bourges, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Societe Generale got more 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.

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

Banks often 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.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBOU?

SOGEFRPP is the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBOU points to Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPBOU.

What do the letters in SOGEFRPPBOU stand for?

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

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPBOU incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPBOU with the recipient before sending.

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