SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPSAO
SOGEFRPPSAO belongs to Societe Generale in Saint Ouen, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPSAO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | SAO |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Saint Ouen |
| Country | France |
How the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- SAO 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 SOGEFRPPSAO?
SOGEFRPPSAO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Saint Ouen, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SOGEFRPPSAO for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SOGEFRPPSAO.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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 – the difference can be large.
Does Societe Generale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPSAO?
SOGEFRPP is the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPSAO is Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SOGEFRPPSAO if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.