SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPSGO
SOGEFRPPSGO belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPSGO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | SGO |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Sgib Options Europe |
| City | Paris |
| 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.
- SGO 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
What bank uses SWIFT code SOGEFRPPSGO?
The code SOGEFRPPSGO belongs to Sgib Options Europe, part of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPSGO mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and SGO is the code of the department Sgib Options Europe.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPSGO?
SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPSGO points to Sgib Options Europe. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SOGEFRPPSGO if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPSGO incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPSGO against the details from Societe Generale before sending.
Do I need SOGEFRPPSGO to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPSGO.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services 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.