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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPSTL

SOGEFRPPSTL belongs to Societe Generale in Saint Lo, France.

SOGEFRPPSTL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPSTL
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeSTL
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CitySaint Lo
CountryFrance

The way 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.
STL 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 SWIFT code SOGEFRPPSTL?

The code SOGEFRPPSTL belongs to Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Saint Lo, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPSTL incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPSTL with the recipient before sending.

Has Societe Generale got more 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.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPSTL mean?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and STL is the code of the department Societe Generale.

How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take 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.

Do I need SOGEFRPPSTL for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need SOGEFRPPSTL.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.