SWIFT/BIC code SOGEGB22GBS
SOGEGB22GBS belongs to Societe Generale London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEGB22GBS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEGB22 |
| Branch code | GBS |
| Bank | Societe Generale London Branch |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Societe Generale London Branch 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GBS 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 SOGEGB22GBS?
The code SOGEGB22GBS belongs to Societe Generale London Branch, a branch or department of Societe Generale London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SOGEGB22GBS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOGEGB22GBS with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SOGEGB22 instead of SOGEGB22GBS?
SOGEGB22 points to the head office of Societe Generale London Branch, while SOGEGB22GBS is Societe Generale London Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEGB22GBS.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale London Branch?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Societe Generale London Branch got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale London Branch in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale London Branch.
What does each part of SOGEGB22GBS 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 GBS identifies the department Societe Generale London Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.