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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPBXL

SOGEFRPPBXL belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPBXL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPBXL
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeBXL
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityParis
CountryFrance

How the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC works

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.
BXL 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 bank is behind BIC SOGEFRPPBXL?

SOGEFRPPBXL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPBXL?

SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPBXL is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPBXL if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPBXL mean?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and BXL is the code of the department Societe Generale.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPBXL incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPBXL with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need SOGEFRPPBXL to send euros to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPBXL.

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