SOGEUS33GBS — SOCIETE GENERALE
SOGEUS33GBS is the SWIFT/BIC code for SOCIETE GENERALE in NEW YORK, NY, United States — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SOGEUS33GBS is the SWIFT/BIC code for SOCIETE GENERALE in NEW YORK, NY, United States. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SOGEUS33
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SOCIETE GENERALE |
| Country | United States (US) |
| Location Code | 33 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SOGEUS33GBS belong to?
The SWIFT code SOGEUS33GBS identifies SOCIETE GENERALE in NEW YORK, NY, United States. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SOGEUS33GBS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SOGEUS33GBS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SOGE) represent the bank code for SOCIETE GENERALE; characters 5-6 (US) indicate the country code for United States; characters 7-8 (33) specify the location code; and the final characters (GBS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SOGEUS33GBS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SOGEUS33GBS is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '33' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SOGEUS33 instead of SOGEUS33GBS?
Yes. The 8-character code SOGEUS33 represents the primary headquarters of SOCIETE GENERALE. The 11-character code SOGEUS33GBS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SOGEUS33 (or SOGEUS33XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SOGEUS33GBS?
The physical address registered for SOGEUS33GBS is: 245 PARK AVENUE, 10167, NEW YORK, NY, United States. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SOGEUS33GBS code in United States?
The SWIFT code SOGEUS33GBS is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United States. US domestic transfers use 9-digit ABA routing numbers for ACH and Fedwire.
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).