How to Use the Zip MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Q: How do I check an order's status using Zip and OpenAI Agents SDK?

You use the getziporderstatus tool. It returns a clear status, telling you if the transaction is Authorized, Captured, or Cancelled for that specific order.

Q: Can I run refunds with Zip and OpenAI Agents SDK?

Yes, use the refundzippayment tool. This allows your agent to process a refund against an existing order ID managed by Zip.

Q: What is the minimum requirement for creating a checkout session with Zip and OpenAI Agents SDK?

To call createzipcheckout, you must provide three specific pieces of data: the payment amount, the currency code, and the redirect URLs.

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Initialize and finalize checkouts

The `create_zip_checkout` tool kicks off a new checkout session. You pass the required amount, currency, and redirect URLs to set up the transaction. The agent can then use this context to proceed with financial actions, such as calling `authorize_zip_order` or running `confirm_zip_order` once payment is complete.

Manage order status and funds

Use the `get_zip_order_status` tool to check if an order is Authorized, Captured, or Cancelled. This prevents agents from attempting actions on invalid orders. If a payment needs reversing, you can use `void_zip_payment` for uncaptured payments or process a full reversal with `refund_zip_payment`.

Complete the transaction lifecycle

To manage funds correctly, agents first call `authorize_zip_order`. This holds the necessary money. After authorization, you must explicitly use `capture_zip_payment` to move the held funds into a final settlement. The agent can also run `confirm_zip_order` to finalize the entire process.

Setup guide

Set up Zip MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Prerequisites

Python 3.10+ installed
openai-agents package (pip install openai-agents)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Install the SDK

Run pip install openai-agents to install the OpenAI Agents SDK. The MCP integration is built-in — no extra dependencies needed.
2

Connect via SSE transport

Use MCPServerSse with your Vinkius endpoint URL. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. The SDK auto-discovers all Zip tools at runtime.
3

Create your Agent

Pass the MCP to Agent(mcp_servers=[server]). The agent receives Zip tools as native definitions — JSON schemas resolve automatically.
4

Run the agent

Call Runner.run(agent, prompt) to execute. The agent invokes the appropriate Zip tools and returns structured results. Copy the full example on the right to get started.

agent.py

import asyncio
from agents import Agent, Runner
from agents.mcp import MCPServerSse

async def main():
    async with MCPServerSse(
        url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    ) as server:
        agent = Agent(
            name="Zip Agent",
            instructions="You have access to Zip tools.",
            mcp_servers=[server],
        )
        result = await Runner.run(agent, "List recent transactions")
        print(result.final_output)

asyncio.run(main())

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Common questions about Zip MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

You use the `get_zip_order_status` tool. It returns a clear status, telling you if the transaction is Authorized, Captured, or Cancelled for that specific order.

Yes, use the `refund_zip_payment` tool. This allows your agent to process a refund against an existing order ID managed by Zip.

If the funds have been authorized but not yet captured, you can use `void_zip_payment`. This cancels the authorization before any money moves out of your account.

To call `create_zip_checkout`, you must provide three specific pieces of data: the payment amount, the currency code, and the redirect URLs.

You'll be checking the order status. The tool returns one of three possible states: Authorized, Captured, or Cancelled.

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