SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPMAD

SOGEFRPPMAD belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.

SOGEFRPPMAD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPMAD
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeMAD
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityParis
CountryFrance

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.
MAD 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 SOGEFRPPMAD?

The code SOGEFRPPMAD belongs to Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Societe Generale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need SOGEFRPPMAD to send euros to France?

France belongs to 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 SOGEFRPPMAD.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPMAD?

SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPMAD points to Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPMAD.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPMAD with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPMAD against the details from Societe Generale before sending.

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