SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLRO
SOGEFRPPLRO belongs to Societe Generale in La Rochelle, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPLRO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | LRO |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | La Rochelle |
| Country | France |
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.
- LRO 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLRO?
SOGEFRPPLRO identifies Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in La Rochelle, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need SOGEFRPPLRO to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPLRO.
What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPLRO incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPLRO with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPLRO mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and LRO is the code of the department Societe Generale.
Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.