SWIFT/BIC code MSFFDEFXGCP
MSFFDEFXGCP belongs to Morgan Stanley Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSFFDEFXGCP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSFFDEFX |
| Branch code | GCP |
| Bank | Morgan Stanley Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Morgan Stanley Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- FX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GCP 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 BIC MSFFDEFXGCP?
The code MSFFDEFXGCP belongs to Morgan Stanley Bank AG, part of Morgan Stanley Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use MSFFDEFX instead of MSFFDEFXGCP?
MSFFDEFX is the head office of Morgan Stanley Bank AG, while MSFFDEFXGCP is Morgan Stanley Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MSFFDEFXGCP if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter MSFFDEFXGCP incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MSFFDEFXGCP against the details from Morgan Stanley Bank AG before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Morgan Stanley Bank AG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Morgan Stanley Bank AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MSFFDEFXGCP for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MSFFDEFXGCP.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.