SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPVIN
SOGEFRPPVIN belongs to Societe Generale in Vincennes, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPVIN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | VIN |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Vincennes |
| 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.
- VIN 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 SOGEFRPPVIN?
SOGEFRPPVIN identifies Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Vincennes, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPVIN mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and VIN is the code of the department Societe Generale.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPVIN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPVIN with the recipient before sending.
Has Societe Generale got more 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.
Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPVIN?
SOGEFRPP is the main office of Societe Generale, while SOGEFRPPVIN is Societe Generale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SOGEFRPPVIN if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.