SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPQMP
SOGEFRPPQMP belongs to Societe Generale in Quimper, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPQMP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | QMP |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Quimper |
| Country | France |
The way 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.
- QMP 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 bank is behind BIC SOGEFRPPQMP?
SOGEFRPPQMP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Quimper, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPQMP stand for?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and QMP is the code of the department Societe Generale.
Do I need SOGEFRPPQMP to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPQMP.
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 1–3 business days.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPQMP?
SOGEFRPP is the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPQMP is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPQMP if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.