SWIFT/BIC code SOGEGB2LTRA
SOGEGB2LTRA belongs to Societe Generale in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEGB2LTRA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEGB2L |
| Branch code | TRA |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Sg London Trade Services |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Societe Generale 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).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- TRA 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 uses SWIFT code SOGEGB2LTRA?
The code SOGEGB2LTRA belongs to Sg London Trade Services, part of Societe Generale in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SOGEGB2LTRA mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and TRA identifies the branch Sg London Trade Services.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SOGEGB2LTRA to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEGB2LTRA.
What happens if I use SOGEGB2LTRA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOGEGB2LTRA against the details from Societe Generale before sending.
Can I use SOGEGB2L instead of SOGEGB2LTRA?
SOGEGB2L is the head office of Societe Generale, while SOGEGB2LTRA points to Sg London Trade Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOGEGB2LTRA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.