SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBTC
SOGEFRPPBTC belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPBTC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | BTC |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Sgcib Basket Trading Can |
| 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.
- BTC 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 branch is behind BIC SOGEFRPPBTC?
SOGEFRPPBTC identifies Sgcib Basket Trading Can, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPBTC mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and BTC identifies the department Sgcib Basket Trading Can.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SOGEFRPPBTC 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 SOGEFRPPBTC.
What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPBTC incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPBTC against the details from Societe Generale before you confirm.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBTC?
SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBTC points to Sgcib Basket Trading Can. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SOGEFRPPBTC if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.