SOGENL2ATRA — SOCIETE GENERALE
SOGENL2ATRA is the SWIFT/BIC code for SOCIETE GENERALE in AMSTERDAM, Netherlands — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SOGENL2ATRA is the SWIFT/BIC code for SOCIETE GENERALE in AMSTERDAM, Netherlands. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SOGENL2A
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SOCIETE GENERALE |
| Country | Netherlands (NL) |
| Location Code | 2A |
| Branch | SG AMSTERDAM TRADE SERVICE |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SOGENL2ATRA belong to?
The SWIFT code SOGENL2ATRA identifies SOCIETE GENERALE in AMSTERDAM, Netherlands. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SOGENL2ATRA mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SOGENL2ATRA are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SOGE) represent the bank code for SOCIETE GENERALE; characters 5-6 (NL) indicate the country code for Netherlands; characters 7-8 (2A) specify the location code; and the final characters (TRA) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SOGENL2ATRA active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SOGENL2ATRA is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2A' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SOGENL2A instead of SOGENL2ATRA?
Yes. The 8-character code SOGENL2A represents the primary headquarters of SOCIETE GENERALE. The 11-character code SOGENL2ATRA targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SOGENL2A (or SOGENL2AXXX) will route them to the main head office.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).