SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPVSR
SOGEFRPPVSR belongs to Societe Generale in Valence, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPVSR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | VSR |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Valence |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- VSR 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPVSR?
SOGEFRPPVSR identifies Societe Generale, a branch or department of Societe Generale in Valence, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPVSR stand for?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and VSR identifies the department Societe Generale.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SOGEFRPPVSR to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPVSR.
Does Societe Generale have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.