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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPVAN

SOGEFRPPVAN belongs to Societe Generale in Vannes, France.

SOGEFRPPVAN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPVAN
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeVAN
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityVannes
CountryFrance

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.
VAN 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/BIC code SOGEFRPPVAN?

The code SOGEFRPPVAN belongs to Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Vannes, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPVAN incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPVAN against the details from Societe Generale before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale in France?

Many banks 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.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPVAN mean?

SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and VAN identifies the branch Societe Generale.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPVAN?

SOGEFRPP points to the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPVAN points to Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SOGEFRPPVAN if the recipient asks for it.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.

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