Efficient Gitlab MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Efficient Gitlab in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add efficient-gitlab -e GITLAB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -- npx -y efficient-gitlab-mcp-server

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "efficient-gitlab": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "efficient-gitlab-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "GITLAB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Efficient Gitlab MCP server do?

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Is the Efficient Gitlab MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Efficient Gitlab run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Efficient Gitlab to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add efficient-gitlab -e GITLAB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -- npx -y efficient-gitlab-mcp-server

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