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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPCBV

SOGEFRPPCBV belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPCBV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPCBV
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeCBV
BankSociete Generale
BranchSg Courbevoie
CityParis
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.
CBV 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 SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPCBV?

The code SOGEFRPPCBV belongs to Sg Courbevoie, part of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need SOGEFRPPCBV for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPCBV.

How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has Societe Generale got more 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.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPCBV mean?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and CBV identifies the department Sg Courbevoie.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPCBV with a typo?

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

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