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SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPVIZ

SOGEFRPPVIZ belongs to Societe Generale in Vierzon, France.

SOGEFRPPVIZ

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOGEFRPPVIZ
8-character codeSOGEFRPP
Branch codeVIZ
BankSociete Generale
Branch—
CityVierzon
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.
VIZ 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 uses BIC SOGEFRPPVIZ?

SOGEFRPPVIZ identifies Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Vierzon, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use SOGEFRPP instead of SOGEFRPPVIZ?

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

Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in SOGEFRPPVIZ mean?

SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and VIZ identifies the department Societe Generale.

What happens if I use SOGEFRPPVIZ incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEFRPPVIZ with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need SOGEFRPPVIZ for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SOGEFRPPVIZ.

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