SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPNVS

SOGEFRPPNVS belongs to Societe Generale in Nevers, France.

SOGEFRPPNVS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPNVS
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeNVS
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityNevers
CountryFrance

The way the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC works

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.
NVS 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/BIC code SOGEFRPPNVS?

SOGEFRPPNVS identifies Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Nevers, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPNVS with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPNVS with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPNVS stand for?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and NVS identifies the branch Societe Generale.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need SOGEFRPPNVS for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of 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 still need SOGEFRPPNVS.

Does Societe Generale have more 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.

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