SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPMRG
SOGEFRPPMRG belongs to Societe Generale in Marignane, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPMRG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | MRG |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Dec Marignane |
| City | Marignane |
| Country | France |
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.
- MRG 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code SOGEFRPPMRG?
SOGEFRPPMRG identifies Dec Marignane, a unit of Societe Generale in Marignane, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPMRG incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPMRG with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPMRG?
SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPMRG is Dec Marignane. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SOGEFRPPMRG if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need SOGEFRPPMRG 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. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPMRG.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
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 in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.