SWIFT/BIC code MSFFDEFPMS6
MSFFDEFPMS6 belongs to Morgan Stanley Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSFFDEFPMS6 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSFFDEFP |
| Branch code | MS6 |
| Bank | Morgan Stanley Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Morgan Stanley Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MSFF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MS6 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code MSFFDEFPMS6?
The code MSFFDEFPMS6 belongs to Morgan Stanley Bank AG, part of Morgan Stanley Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Morgan Stanley Bank AG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need MSFFDEFPMS6 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MSFFDEFPMS6.
How long does it take to send money to Morgan Stanley Bank AG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MSFFDEFP instead of MSFFDEFPMS6?
MSFFDEFP is the head office of Morgan Stanley Bank AG, while MSFFDEFPMS6 is Morgan Stanley Bank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MSFFDEFPMS6.
What does each part of MSFFDEFPMS6 stand for?
MSFF is the bank code of Morgan Stanley Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, FP is the code for the city or region and MS6 is the code of the department Morgan Stanley Bank AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.