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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPCHY

SOGEFRPPCHY belongs to Societe Generale in Chambery, France.

SOGEFRPPCHY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPCHY
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeCHY
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityChambery
CountryFrance

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.
CHY 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

What bank uses SWIFT code SOGEFRPPCHY?

SOGEFRPPCHY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Chambery, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

What do the letters in SOGEFRPPCHY mean?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and CHY identifies the department Societe Generale.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPCHY?

SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPCHY is Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPCHY.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPCHY with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPCHY against the details from Societe Generale before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale in France?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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