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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPVIC

SOGEFRPPVIC belongs to Societe Generale in Vichy, France.

SOGEFRPPVIC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPVIC
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeVIC
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityVichy
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.
VIC 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 uses SWIFT code SOGEFRPPVIC?

SOGEFRPPVIC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Vichy, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPVIC?

SOGEFRPP points to the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPVIC points to Societe Generale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SOGEFRPPVIC if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of SOGEFRPPVIC mean?

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

Has Societe Generale got 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.

What happens if I enter SOGEFRPPVIC incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOGEFRPPVIC with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

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