SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLGJ
SOGEFRPPLGJ belongs to Societe Generale in Longjumeau, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPLGJ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | LGJ |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Longjumeau |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- LGJ 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 SWIFT code SOGEFRPPLGJ?
The code SOGEFRPPLGJ belongs to Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Longjumeau, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPLGJ?
SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPLGJ is Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SOGEFRPPLGJ if the recipient asks for it.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPLGJ incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPLGJ against the details from Societe Generale before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.