SWIFT/BIC code MSFAFRP1XXX
MSFAFRP1XXX belongs to Morgan Stanley (France) in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSFAFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSFAFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Morgan Stanley (France) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Morgan Stanley (France) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MSFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code MSFAFRP1XXX?
MSFAFRP1XXX identifies the headquarters of Morgan Stanley (France) in Paris, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Morgan Stanley (France).
What is the cheapest way to send money to Morgan Stanley (France)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in MSFAFRP1XXX stand for?
MSFA is the institution code of Morgan Stanley (France), FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Are MSFAFRP1 and MSFAFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MSFAFRP1 is the 8-character version of MSFAFRP1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Morgan Stanley (France) in Paris.
Do I need MSFAFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MSFAFRP1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Morgan Stanley (France) take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.