SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPSTO
SOGEFRPPSTO belongs to Societe Generale in Saint Omer, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPSTO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | STO |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Saint Omer |
| 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.
- STO 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 SOGEFRPPSTO?
The code SOGEFRPPSTO belongs to Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Saint Omer, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPSTO mean?
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 STO is the code of the branch Societe Generale.
Has Societe Generale got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPSTO incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPSTO with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPSTO?
SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPSTO points to Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEFRPPSTO.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.