SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPCHM
SOGEFRPPCHM belongs to Societe Generale in Charleville Mezieres, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPCHM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | CHM |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Charleville Mezieres |
| Country | France |
The way 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.
- CHM 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 SOGEFRPPCHM?
SOGEFRPPCHM identifies Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Charleville Mezieres, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPCHM stand for?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and CHM is the code of the branch 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPCHM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPCHM with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need SOGEFRPPCHM to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPCHM.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.