SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPCBS
SOGEFRPPCBS belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPCBS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | CBS |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Menilmontant |
| City | Paris |
| 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.
- CBS 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 uses SWIFT code SOGEFRPPCBS?
SOGEFRPPCBS identifies Menilmontant, part of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SOGEFRPPCBS to send euros 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 SOGEFRPPCBS.
Has Societe Generale got 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.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often 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.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPCBS mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and CBS is the code of the department Menilmontant.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.