SWIFT/BIC code SOGEGB22001
SOGEGB22001 belongs to Societe Generale London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEGB22001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEGB22 |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Societe Generale London Branch |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Societe Generale London Branch 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 001 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 code SOGEGB22001?
SOGEGB22001 identifies Societe Generale London Branch, part of Societe Generale London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale London Branch in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in SOGEGB22001 stand for?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and 001 identifies the branch Societe Generale London Branch.
What happens if I use SOGEGB22001 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEGB22001 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale London Branch in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SOGEGB22001 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SOGEGB22001.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.