ClearBank MCP Server for Claude Code 8 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add ClearBank as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add clearbank --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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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.
Claude Code registers ClearBank as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 8 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where ClearBank data drives decisions without human intervention.
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 Claude Code 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 Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the ClearBank MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using ClearBank
Ask Claude: "Using ClearBank, show me...". 8 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the ClearBank MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with ClearBank through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using ClearBank tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
ClearBank + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the ClearBank MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed ClearBank tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query ClearBank nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe ClearBank outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query ClearBank status endpoints and alert on anomalies
ClearBank MCP Tools for Claude Code (8)
These 8 tools become available when you connect ClearBank to Claude Code 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 Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code 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 Claude Code
Common issues when connecting ClearBank to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
ClearBank + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating ClearBank MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect ClearBank with your favorite client
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Connect ClearBank to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 8 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.