Jira MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Jira in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add raalarcon9705-jira -e JIRA_HOST=... -e JIRA_EMAIL=... -e JIRA_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y raalarcon-jira-mcp-server

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "raalarcon9705-jira": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "raalarcon-jira-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "JIRA_HOST": "...",
        "JIRA_EMAIL": "...",
        "JIRA_API_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Jira MCP server do?

Jira and Confluence: issue CRUD, sprint lifecycle, comments, transitions, user management and wiki pages.

Is the Jira 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 Jira run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Jira to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add raalarcon9705-jira -e JIRA_HOST=... -e JIRA_EMAIL=... -e JIRA_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y raalarcon-jira-mcp-server

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