SWIFT/BIC code MSHKHKHXCLS
MSHKHKHXCLS belongs to Morgan Stanley Asia Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSHKHKHXCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSHKHKHX |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Morgan Stanley Asia Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
How the Morgan Stanley Asia Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MSHK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLS 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
What bank uses SWIFT code MSHKHKHXCLS?
The code MSHKHKHXCLS belongs to Morgan Stanley Asia Limited, part of Morgan Stanley Asia Limited in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Morgan Stanley Asia Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Morgan Stanley Asia Limited in Hong Kong SAR China. All of them are listed on the page of Morgan Stanley Asia Limited.
Can I use MSHKHKHX instead of MSHKHKHXCLS?
MSHKHKHX is the head office of Morgan Stanley Asia Limited, while MSHKHKHXCLS is Morgan Stanley Asia Limited. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MSHKHKHXCLS.
What happens if I use MSHKHKHXCLS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MSHKHKHXCLS with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in MSHKHKHXCLS stand for?
MSHK is the institution code of Morgan Stanley Asia Limited, HK stands for Hong Kong SAR China, HX is the location code and CLS identifies the department Morgan Stanley Asia Limited.
How long does a transfer to Morgan Stanley Asia Limited take in Hong Kong SAR China?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.