SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLDE

SOGEFRPPLDE belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPLDE

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPLDE
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeLDE
BankSociete Generale
BranchLa Defense Entreprise
CityParis
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.
LDE 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 code SOGEFRPPLDE?

SOGEFRPPLDE is the SWIFT/BIC code of La Defense Entreprise, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPLDE stand for?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and LDE is the code of the department La Defense Entreprise.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPLDE?

SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPLDE points to La Defense Entreprise. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPLDE.

Does Societe Generale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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