SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPTLB
SOGEFRPPTLB belongs to Societe Generale in Thonon les Bains, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPTLB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | TLB |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Thonon les Bains |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- TLB 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/BIC code SOGEFRPPTLB?
SOGEFRPPTLB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Thonon les Bains, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPTLB 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 TLB is the code of the department Societe Generale.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPTLB?
SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPTLB points to Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SOGEFRPPTLB if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need SOGEFRPPTLB to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPTLB.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.