SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPKPA
SOGEFRPPKPA belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPKPA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | KPA |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Paris Passy |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- KPA 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 SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPKPA?
SOGEFRPPKPA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Paris Passy, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPKPA stand for?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and KPA is the code of the branch Paris Passy.
Do I need SOGEFRPPKPA to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPKPA.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPKPA?
SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPKPA points to Paris Passy. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPKPA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.