SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLOR
SOGEFRPPLOR belongs to Societe Generale in Lorient, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPLOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | LOR |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lorient |
| 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.
- LOR 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 SOGEFRPPLOR?
The code SOGEFRPPLOR belongs to Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Lorient, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SOGEFRPPLOR for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of 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 SOGEFRPPLOR.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPLOR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPLOR with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPLOR mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and LOR identifies the department Societe Generale.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.