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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPMEL

SOGEFRPPMEL belongs to Societe Generale in Melun, France.

SOGEFRPPMEL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPMEL
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeMEL
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityMelun
CountryFrance

How 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.
MEL 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 BIC SOGEFRPPMEL?

SOGEFRPPMEL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Melun, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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.

Do I need SOGEFRPPMEL to send euros to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPMEL.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPMEL with a typo?

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

Does Societe Generale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPMEL?

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

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