SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPWLF
SOGEFRPPWLF belongs to Societe Generale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPWLF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | WLF |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Paris Flandre |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- WLF 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 SOGEFRPPWLF?
SOGEFRPPWLF identifies Paris Flandre, a unit of Societe Generale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SOGEFRPPWLF with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEFRPPWLF with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of SOGEFRPPWLF mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and WLF identifies the branch Paris Flandre.
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 the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale.
Do I need SOGEFRPPWLF to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPWLF.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.