SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPCDE
SOGEFRPPCDE belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPCDE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | CDE |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| 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.
- CDE 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 BIC SOGEFRPPCDE?
SOGEFRPPCDE identifies Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPCDE with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPCDE with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Has Societe Generale got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPCDE mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and CDE identifies the department Societe Generale.
Do I need SOGEFRPPCDE for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPCDE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.