SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPCOG
SOGEFRPPCOG belongs to Societe Generale in Cognac, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPCOG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | COG |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cognac |
| 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.
- COG 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 is behind BIC SOGEFRPPCOG?
SOGEFRPPCOG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Cognac, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPCOG?
SOGEFRPP is the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPCOG is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPCOG if the recipient asks for it.
Has Societe Generale got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SOGEFRPPCOG to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRPPCOG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.