SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLEP

SOGEFRPPLEP belongs to Societe Generale in Levallois Perret, France.

SOGEFRPPLEP

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPLEP
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeLEP
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityLevallois Perret
CountryFrance

The way 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.
LEP 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 SOGEFRPPLEP?

The code SOGEFRPPLEP belongs to Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Levallois Perret, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPLEP mean?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and LEP is the code of the branch Societe Generale.

Do I need SOGEFRPPLEP for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPLEP.

How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?

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

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

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