SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPPOI
SOGEFRPPPOI belongs to Societe Generale in Poissy, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPPOI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | POI |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Poissy |
| Country | France |
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.
- POI 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 SOGEFRPPPOI?
SOGEFRPPPOI is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Poissy, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPPOI stand for?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and POI identifies the branch Societe Generale.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPPOI incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPPOI against the details from Societe Generale before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need SOGEFRPPPOI to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPPOI.
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 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.