SWIFT/BIC code SOGEGB22SGS
SOGEGB22SGS belongs to Societe Generale London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEGB22SGS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEGB22 |
| Branch code | SGS |
| Bank | Societe Generale London Branch |
| Branch | Settlement, Clearing and Custody Services |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Societe Generale London Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- SGS 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 SOGEGB22SGS?
SOGEGB22SGS identifies Settlement, Clearing and Custody Services, a unit of Societe Generale London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SOGEGB22 instead of SOGEGB22SGS?
SOGEGB22 is the head office of Societe Generale London Branch, while SOGEGB22SGS is Settlement, Clearing and Custody Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SOGEGB22SGS if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale London Branch take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale London Branch in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need SOGEGB22SGS for a euro transfer 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 still need SOGEGB22SGS.
Does Societe Generale London Branch have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale London Branch in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Societe Generale London Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.