SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPFEV

SOGEFRPPFEV belongs to Societe Generale in Ferney Voltaire, France.

SOGEFRPPFEV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPFEV
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeFEV
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityFerney Voltaire
CountryFrance

How 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.
FEV 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPFEV?

SOGEFRPPFEV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Ferney Voltaire, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPFEV with a typo?

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

How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need SOGEFRPPFEV for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPFEV.

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. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPFEV mean?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and FEV identifies the branch Societe Generale.

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