Stripe Tax and Invoices API MCP Server

What is Stripe Tax and Invoices API MCP Server?

It is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that interacts with the Stripe Tax and Invoices API to retrieve and modify tax settings, tax calculations, and invoice data. This server is designed for developers using MCP-compatible clients (e.g., Claude) who need to manage Stripe tax operations programmatically.

How to use Stripe Tax and Invoices API MCP Server?

Install Node.js v16+ and npm v6+, clone the repository, run npm install, copy .env.example to .env, and set your STRIPE_API_KEY. Start with npm start. For Claude Desktop, add a stripe-tax entry pointing to the server path in claude_desktop_config.json. Each tool accepts an optional apiKey parameter; otherwise the environment variable is used.

Key features of Stripe Tax and Invoices API MCP Server

• Retrieve current Stripe tax settings
• Update tax settings (jurisdiction, address, tax ID)
• Create and retrieve tax calculations
• List line items for a tax calculation
• Get and update product tax code associations

Use cases of Stripe Tax and Invoices API MCP Server

• Retrieve current default tax jurisdiction and head office address from Stripe
• Update tax settings to change jurisdiction or tax identification number
• Create a tax calculation for an order with line items and customer details
• Retrieve a completed tax calculation to see the tax breakdown
• Assign a tax code to a product for accurate tax rate application

FAQ from Stripe Tax and Invoices API MCP Server

What are the prerequisites for using this server?

Node.js v16 or higher, npm v6 or higher, and a Stripe account with API access are required.

How do I provide my Stripe API key?

Set the STRIPE_API_KEY environment variable in the .env file, or pass the apiKey parameter directly to each tool call.

Is the included test API key valid?

No, the test API key in the sample files has expired. You must provide your own valid API key from your Stripe dashboard.

Can I use a restricted API key for production?

Yes, for production use a restricted API key with only tax-related permissions. In development, you can use a test API key.