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Based on my experience as a trader and drawing on the available information, completing an initial withdrawal with a major, regulated institution like Morgan Stanley typically requires a careful documentation process. Although the specific requirements aren’t detailed explicitly in the available data, I know that major brokers—especially those regulated in markets like Canada—tend to adhere strictly to anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations. For me, this has generally meant providing personal identification documents such as a government-issued photo ID (for example, my passport or driver’s license) and proof of address (like a recent utility bill or bank statement). These steps are not just bureaucratic: they’re central to preventing fraud and ensuring funds are safely and legitimately transferred. Given Morgan Stanley’s high regulatory profile, it’s reasonable—and, frankly, prudent—to expect robust verification at every withdrawal stage. Any missing or unclear documents can delay the process or even result in requests for supplementary verification. In some rare but serious situations, withdrawals might be frozen if transactions appear suspicious; I take care to only use personal accounts to avoid this. My advice is to contact their customer service in advance to clarify exactly what’s needed. That way, unnecessary delays and frustration can potentially be avoided.