Established 1864 · Paris 1er

Banking that keeps pace with your life.

SG brings 160 years of French banking heritage together with modern digital tools. Personal, business, and wealth — all under one roof at 16 Rue du Pont Neuf.

  • Deposit-guaranteed accounts
  • Same-day onboarding
  • Dedicated relationship manager
  • International transfers at interbank rates

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Trusted by generations of Parisians

30M+ clients worldwide 160 years of stability CAC 40 listed 60+ countries

Serving Parisian households, professionals, and enterprises from 16 Rue du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris.

Since

1864

Founded under Napoleon III, SG opened its first branch to finance French industry. A century and a half later, we're still headquartered in Paris — but our reach now spans the globe.

Founded · 4 May 1864

Today

Digital‑first

Instant SEPA transfers, mobile cheque deposit, AI‑powered fraud detection, and a relationship manager who actually answers your calls. Banking from Rue du Pont Neuf, accessible from anywhere.

All systems live
99.9% uptime

What we offer

Everything you expect from a great bank — and a few things you don't.

Current accounts

Everyday banking with no hidden fees. Instant SEPA transfers, real-time notifications, and a French IBAN that works everywhere in Europe. Open yours online or at 16 Rue du Pont Neuf.

Savings & investments

Livret A, LDDS, PEA, assurance-vie — our advisors help you build a portfolio that matches your goals, not our quotas.

Mortgages & loans

Competitive rates for your first home, your next project, or your business expansion. Decisions made locally, not by an algorithm in another country.

Business banking

From auto-entrepreneur to SARL, we handle your professional accounts, payment terminals, and cash management so you can focus on what you do best.

Wealth management

Tailored strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families. Estate planning, tax optimisation, and multi-generational wealth transfer.

International services

Multi-currency accounts, trade finance, and correspondent banking across 60+ countries. When your business crosses borders, your bank should too.

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