SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLRE
SOGEFRPPLRE belongs to Societe Generale in La Reole, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPLRE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | LRE |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | La Reole |
| Country | France |
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.
- LRE 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 uses SWIFT code SOGEFRPPLRE?
SOGEFRPPLRE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in La Reole, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SOGEFRPPLRE to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPLRE.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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 what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPLRE?
SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPLRE is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPLRE if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPLRE mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and LRE identifies the branch Societe Generale.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.