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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBRE

SOGEFRPPBRE belongs to Societe Generale in Brest, France.

SOGEFRPPBRE

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPBRE
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeBRE
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityBrest
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.
BRE 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 SOGEFRPPBRE?

SOGEFRPPBRE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Brest, 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 in France?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in SOGEFRPPBRE stand for?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and BRE identifies the department Societe Generale.

Does Societe Generale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBRE?

SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBRE is Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPBRE.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPBRE incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPBRE against the details from Societe Generale before you confirm.

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