SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPSAE
SOGEFRPPSAE belongs to Societe Generale in Saint Etienne, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPSAE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | SAE |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Saint Etienne Nord |
| City | Saint Etienne |
| 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.
- SAE 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 uses BIC SOGEFRPPSAE?
The code SOGEFRPPSAE belongs to Saint Etienne Nord, a unit of Societe Generale in Saint Etienne, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPSAE stand for?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and SAE identifies the department Saint Etienne Nord.
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. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need SOGEFRPPSAE for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPSAE.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPSAE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPSAE with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.