How to Use the Expensya MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the Expensya MCP Server to Claude Code?

Run the command claude mcp add --transport http expensya-mcp -- in your terminal. Make sure to put your transport flags before the server name, and verify the connection with claude mcp list.

Q: Can I use Claude Code to search Expensya reports via CLI?

Yes, you can ask Claude Code to call listexpensereports to search for specific folders. It outputs the list directly to your terminal, allowing you to filter the results using standard shell tools.

Q: How does Claude Code handle Expensya project tracking?

Claude Code calls listanalyticalprojects to display active tracking codes in your console. You can then instruct the CLI agent to associate new expenses with these project IDs.

Run terminal-based expense audits and pipeline integrations directly with Claude Code and Expensya.

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Execute terminal-only expense exports

The `export_expense_data` tool lets you extract financial records directly to your terminal standard output using Claude Code. You can pipe this data into local scripts, grep for specific transactions, or redirect the output to a local CSV. This terminal-first approach is built for speed. Claude Code executes the export command, processes the raw data, and lets you manipulate the results without opening a browser.

Audit corporate users and roles via this MCP Server

The `list_expensya_users` tool pulls your organization's user roster directly into your active terminal shell. Claude Code uses this list to verify access permissions, flag inactive accounts, or cross-reference employee lists against local databases. Connecting this MCP Server to your terminal lets you run quick audits. You can ask Claude Code to find users who haven't submitted expenses recently by joining this list with active transaction data.

Script automated expense creation in Claude Code

The `create_new_expense` tool allows you to log business transactions directly from your command line. Claude Code prompts you for the amount, currency, and category, then submits the record instantly without any GUI overhead. You can integrate this tool into your local shell scripts or deployment pipelines. Claude Code runs the command, verifies the submission status, and outputs the confirmation ID directly to your terminal.

Setup guide

Set up Expensya MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see expensya-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Expensya transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Expensya tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http expensya-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Expensya MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "expensya-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Expensya MCP in Claude Code

Run the command `claude mcp add --transport http expensya-mcp -- ` in your terminal. Make sure to put your transport flags before the server name, and verify the connection with `claude mcp list`.

Yes, you can ask Claude Code to call `list_expense_reports` to search for specific folders. It outputs the list directly to your terminal, allowing you to filter the results using standard shell tools.

Claude Code calls `list_analytical_projects` to display active tracking codes in your console. You can then instruct the CLI agent to associate new expenses with these project IDs.

Yes, because Claude Code runs entirely in the terminal, you can script it to run queries like `list_expenses` during build steps or cron jobs to monitor team spending.

Your session tokens and sensitive expense details are isolated within a secure, ephemeral V8 sandbox. Vinkius handles the authentication handshake, ensuring your credentials are never exposed in terminal history or shell logs.

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