SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPSGS
SOGEFRPPSGS belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPSGS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | SGS |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Cash Equities France |
| City | Paris |
| 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.
- SGS 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 is behind SWIFT code SOGEFRPPSGS?
SOGEFRPPSGS identifies Cash Equities France, part of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPSGS stand for?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and SGS identifies the department Cash Equities France.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPSGS?
SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPSGS is Cash Equities France. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPSGS.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPSGS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGEFRPPSGS with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SOGEFRPPSGS for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPSGS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.