SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLAV
SOGEFRPPLAV belongs to Societe Generale in Laval, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPLAV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | LAV |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Laval |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- LAV 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 SWIFT code SOGEFRPPLAV?
SOGEFRPPLAV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Laval, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPLAV?
SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPLAV is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPLAV.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPLAV stand for?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and LAV identifies the branch Societe Generale.
Do I need SOGEFRPPLAV to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRPPLAV.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.