Deel MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Deel 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 deel --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Deel MCP Server
Integrate Deel, the all-in-one global people platform, directly into your AI workflow. Manage your international team, track contracts and compliance, monitor invoices and payments, and handle time-off requests using natural language.
Claude Code registers Deel as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Deel data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Contract Management — List and view contracts with terms, compensation, and compliance status across 150+ countries.
- Global Team Directory — Browse and retrieve profiles for all your employees and contractors in one unified view.
- Payroll & Invoice Tracking — Monitor invoices, view payment history, and track processing status for your global workforce.
- Leave & Expense Oversight — Monitor time-off requests and review submitted expenses with approval statuses.
The Deel MCP Server exposes 10 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 Deel to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Deel 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 Deel
Ask Claude: "Using Deel, show me...". 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Deel MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Deel 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 Deel 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
Deel + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Deel MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Deel tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Deel nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Deel outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Deel status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Deel MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Deel to Claude Code via MCP:
get_contract
Resolves detailed terms, compliance requirements, specific compensation rates, and effective dates. Get contract details
get_person
Resolves personal metadata, active and historical contract links, and cumulative payment history within the Deel platform. Get person details
list_contracts
Returns contract metadata including legal type (e.g., fixed, PAYG, milestone), current status, and high-level compensation structures. List all contracts
list_expenses
Returns expense report metadata including receipt attachments, currency amounts, and the current review status (approved/rejected/pending). List submitted expenses
list_invoices
Returns invoice metadata including billing amounts, issue dates, and current payment status (e.g., paid, pending, overdue). List all invoices
list_milestones
Returns identifiers, payment amounts, and projected achievement dates for defined project stages. List contract milestones
list_payments
Returns data on disbursement amounts, recipient identifiers, and the technical status of each transfer. List all payments
list_people
Returns a list of team members including their professional roles, geographical locations, and the nature of their Deel integration (employee vs. contractor). List all people (employees and contractors)
list_tasks
Returns task descriptions, due dates, and completion status for milestone-based engagements. List tasks for a contract
list_time_off
Returns a collection of time-off requests including requested dates, leave categories, and the current approval status for each entry. List time-off requests
Example Prompts for Deel in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Deel immediately.
"List all active contractors in my team."
"What invoices are currently pending payment?"
"Show me any time-off requests pending approval."
Troubleshooting Deel MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Deel to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Deel + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Deel 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 Deel with your favorite client
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Connect Deel to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.