ClearBank MCP Server for AutoGen 8 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Microsoft AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and execute tasks collaboratively. Add ClearBank as an MCP tool provider through Vinkius and every agent in the group can access live data and take action.
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Vinkius supports streamable HTTP and SSE.
import asyncio
from autogen_agentchat.agents import AssistantAgent
from autogen_ext.tools.mcp import McpWorkbench
async def main():
# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
async with McpWorkbench(
server_params={"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"},
transport="streamable_http",
) as workbench:
tools = await workbench.list_tools()
agent = AssistantAgent(
name="clearbank_agent",
tools=tools,
system_message=(
"You help users with ClearBank. "
"8 tools available."
),
)
print(f"Agent ready with {len(tools)} tools")
asyncio.run(main())
* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
About ClearBank MCP Server
The ClearBank MCP Server wraps incredibly defensive digital signatures (RSA-SHA256 PEM) autonomously underneath a native Language Model Chat interface. Meaning, your AI has programmatic limits to fire secure European and British payment rails on command natively.
AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and collaboratively use ClearBank tools. Connect 8 tools through Vinkius and assign role-based access. a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates, with optional human-in-the-loop approval for sensitive operations.
Core Functionality
- Virtual Account Provisioning — Manage deeply nested multi-layered B2B structures. Automatically provision Sort-Code ledgers via
clearbank_create_account. - Payment Initiation (FPS & CHAPS) — Run automated payroll or contractor compensation using direct clearing paths via
clearbank_create_faster_payment. - Algorithmic Tracing — Check real-time payment states organically utilizing
clearbank_get_payment_status.
Use Cases
- Baas Platforms — Direct integration validating funds exactly when needed under FPS limits.
- Treasury Automation — Have the Agent review your high-volume clearing state.
The ClearBank MCP Server exposes 8 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to AutoGen in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect ClearBank to AutoGen via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the ClearBank MCP Server with AutoGen.
Install AutoGen
Run pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Integrate into workflow
Use the agent in your AutoGen multi-agent orchestration
Explore tools
The workbench discovers 8 tools from ClearBank automatically
Why Use AutoGen with the ClearBank MCP Server
AutoGen provides unique advantages when paired with ClearBank through the Model Context Protocol.
Multi-agent conversations: multiple AutoGen agents discuss, delegate, and collaboratively use ClearBank tools to solve complex tasks
Role-based architecture lets you assign ClearBank tool access to specific agents. a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates
Human-in-the-loop support: agents can pause for human approval before executing sensitive ClearBank tool calls
Code execution sandbox: AutoGen agents can write and run code that processes ClearBank tool responses in an isolated environment
ClearBank + AutoGen Use Cases
Practical scenarios where AutoGen combined with the ClearBank MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Collaborative analysis: one agent queries ClearBank while another validates results and a third generates the final report
Automated review pipelines: a researcher agent fetches data from ClearBank, a critic agent evaluates quality, and a writer produces the output
Interactive planning: agents negotiate task allocation using ClearBank data to make informed decisions about resource distribution
Code generation with live data: an AutoGen coder agent writes scripts that process ClearBank responses in a sandboxed execution environment
ClearBank MCP Tools for AutoGen (8)
These 8 tools become available when you connect ClearBank to AutoGen via MCP:
clearbank_create_account
Provision a new virtual UK Account
clearbank_create_chaps_payment
Can only be done during BofE operating hours. Dispatch a CHAPS High-Value Wire
clearbank_create_faster_payment
Dispatch an instant UK Faster Payment
clearbank_get_account_balances
Assess live balances for a specific account
clearbank_get_accounts
List all internal ClearBank ledgers
clearbank_get_payment_status
Inspect if an FPS or CHAPS instruction settled
clearbank_get_transactions
View deep transaction logs of the Account
clearbank_suspend_account
Immediately freeze an Account preventing transfers out/in
Example Prompts for ClearBank in AutoGen
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your AutoGen agent to start working with ClearBank immediately.
"Check our main UK sub-account. View the balances mapped onto it to find liquid limits."
"Initialize an FPS transfer. Send £1,500 from Account 'ACC-12' natively to sort code '404040' account '12341234'."
"Suspend suspicious account ID ACC-99 via API."
Troubleshooting ClearBank MCP Server with AutoGen
Common issues when connecting ClearBank to AutoGen through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
McpWorkbench not found
pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"ClearBank + AutoGen FAQ
Common questions about integrating ClearBank MCP Server with AutoGen.
How does AutoGen connect to MCP servers?
Can different agents have different MCP tool access?
Does AutoGen support human approval for tool calls?
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Connect ClearBank to AutoGen
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 8 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.
