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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPTBS

SOGEFRPPTBS belongs to Societe Generale in Tarbes, France.

SOGEFRPPTBS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPTBS
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeTBS
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityTarbes
CountryFrance

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.
TBS 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 branch uses BIC SOGEFRPPTBS?

SOGEFRPPTBS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, a unit of Societe Generale in Tarbes, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in SOGEFRPPTBS stand for?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and TBS identifies the branch Societe Generale.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPTBS incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPTBS with the recipient before sending.

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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

Do I need SOGEFRPPTBS for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPTBS.

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