SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPPOT

SOGEFRPPPOT belongs to Societe Generale in Poitiers, France.

SOGEFRPPPOT

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPPOT
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codePOT
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityPoitiers
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.
POT 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 code SOGEFRPPPOT?

The code SOGEFRPPPOT belongs to Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Poitiers, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPPOT?

SOGEFRPP is the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPPOT is Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPPOT.

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.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPPOT incorrectly?

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

Do I need SOGEFRPPPOT for a euro transfer 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 do need SOGEFRPPPOT.

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. Check 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.