SWIFT/BIC code SOGENL2AXXX
SOGENL2AXXX belongs to Societe Generale in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGENL2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGENL2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
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.
- NL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind BIC SOGENL2AXXX?
SOGENL2AXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Societe Generale in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Use it when you send money to an account at Societe Generale.
Are SOGENL2A and SOGENL2AXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SOGENL2A is the 8-character version of SOGENL2AXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Societe Generale in Amsterdam.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SOGENL2AXXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SOGENL2AXXX.
What happens if I enter SOGENL2AXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOGENL2AXXX against the details from Societe Generale before sending.
What do the letters in SOGENL2AXXX mean?
SOGE is the bank code of Societe Generale, NL stands for Netherlands, 2A is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.