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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPDOU

SOGEFRPPDOU belongs to Societe Generale in Douai, France.

SOGEFRPPDOU

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPDOU
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeDOU
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityDouai
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.
DOU 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 BIC SOGEFRPPDOU?

SOGEFRPPDOU identifies Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Douai, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPDOU with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPDOU with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPDOU stand for?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and DOU is the code of the department Societe Generale.

What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Do I need SOGEFRPPDOU to send euros to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPDOU.

Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. You can see them all on the bank page.

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