SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPGVH
SOGEFRPPGVH belongs to Societe Generale in Grenoble, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPGVH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | GVH |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Grenoble Victor Hugo |
| City | Grenoble |
| 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.
- GVH 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 BIC SOGEFRPPGVH?
SOGEFRPPGVH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Grenoble Victor Hugo, part of Societe Generale in Grenoble, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPGVH mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and GVH identifies the department Grenoble Victor Hugo.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPGVH?
SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPGVH is Grenoble Victor Hugo. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPGVH if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPGVH with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPGVH with the recipient before you confirm.
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?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.