SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPMAZ
SOGEFRPPMAZ belongs to Societe Generale in Mazamet, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPMAZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | MAZ |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Mazamet |
| 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.
- MAZ 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/BIC code SOGEFRPPMAZ?
SOGEFRPPMAZ identifies Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Mazamet, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need SOGEFRPPMAZ to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPMAZ.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take 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 do the letters in SOGEFRPPMAZ stand for?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and MAZ identifies the branch Societe Generale.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.