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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLLM

SOGEFRPPLLM belongs to Societe Generale in Lille, France.

SOGEFRPPLLM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPLLM
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeLLM
BankSociete Generale
BranchLille Metropole
CityLille
CountryFrance

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.
LLM 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 SOGEFRPPLLM?

SOGEFRPPLLM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lille Metropole, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Lille, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPLLM with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPLLM against the details from Societe Generale before you confirm.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPLLM?

SOGEFRPP is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPLLM is Lille Metropole. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SOGEFRPPLLM if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPLLM stand for?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and LLM identifies the department Lille Metropole.

How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need SOGEFRPPLLM to send euros to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPLLM.

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