aws-mcp-setup

Q: How do I install aws-mcp-setup?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/aws-samples/sample-agent-skills-for-builders --skill aws-mcp-setup in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/aws-mcp-setup/ (personal) or .claude/skills/aws-mcp-setup/ (project).

by aws-samplesAI & Agents

Configure AWS MCP servers for documentation search and API access. Use when setting up AWS MCP, configuring AWS documentation tools, troubleshooting MCP connectivity, or when user mentions aws-mcp, awsdocs, uvx setup, or MCP server configuration. Covers both Full AWS MCP Server (with uvx + credentials) and lightweight Documentation MCP (no auth required).

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Install

Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.

npx skills add https://github.com/aws-samples/sample-agent-skills-for-builders --skill aws-mcp-setup

01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
02
Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads aws-mcp-setup automatically when relevant.
03
Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.

SKILL.md

The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.

AWS MCP Server Configuration Guide

Overview

This guide helps you configure AWS MCP tools for AI agents. Two options are available:

Option	Requirements	Capabilities
Full AWS MCP Server	Python 3.10+, uvx, AWS credentials	Execute AWS API calls + documentation search
AWS Documentation MCP	None	Documentation search only

Step 1: Check Existing Configuration

Before configuring, check if AWS MCP tools are already available using either method:

Method A: Check Available Tools (Recommended)

Look for these tool name patterns in your agent's available tools:

mcp__aws-mcp__* or mcp__aws__* → Full AWS MCP Server configured
mcp__*awsdocs*__aws___* → AWS Documentation MCP configured

How to check: Run /mcp command to list all active MCP servers.

Method B: Check Configuration Files

Agent tools use hierarchical configuration (precedence: local → project → user → enterprise):

Scope	File Location	Use Case
Local	`.claude.json` (in project)	Personal/experimental
Project	`.mcp.json` (project root)	Team-shared
User	`~/.claude.json`	Cross-project personal
Enterprise	System managed directories	Organization-wide

Check these files for mcpServers containing aws-mcp, aws, or awsdocs keys:

# Check project config
cat .mcp.json 2>/dev/null | grep -E '"(aws-mcp|aws|awsdocs)"'

# Check user config
cat ~/.claude.json 2>/dev/null | grep -E '"(aws-mcp|aws|awsdocs)"'

# Or use Claude CLI
claude mcp list

If AWS MCP is already configured, no further setup needed.

Step 2: Choose Configuration Method

Automatic Detection

Run these commands to determine which option to use:

# Check for uvx (requires Python 3.10+)
which uvx || echo "uvx not available"

# Check for valid AWS credentials
aws sts get-caller-identity || echo "AWS credentials not configured"

Option A: Full AWS MCP Server (Recommended)

Use when: uvx available AND AWS credentials valid

Prerequisites:

Python 3.10+ with uv package manager
AWS credentials configured (via profile, environment variables, or IAM role)

Required IAM Permissions:

{
  "Version": "2012-10-17",
  "Statement": [{
    "Effect": "Allow",
    "Action": [
      "aws-mcp:InvokeMCP",
      "aws-mcp:CallReadOnlyTool",
      "aws-mcp:CallReadWriteTool"
    ],
    "Resource": "*"
  }]
}

Configuration (add to your MCP settings):

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "aws-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-proxy-for-aws@latest",
        "https://aws-mcp.us-east-1.api.aws/mcp",
        "--metadata", "AWS_REGION=us-west-2"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Credential Configuration Options:

AWS Profile (recommended for development):

"args": [
  "mcp-proxy-for-aws@latest",
  "https://aws-mcp.us-east-1.api.aws/mcp",
  "--profile", "my-profile",
  "--metadata", "AWS_REGION=us-west-2"
]

Environment Variables:

"env": {
  "AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID": "...",
  "AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY": "...",
  "AWS_REGION": "us-west-2"
}

IAM Role (for EC2/ECS/Lambda): No additional config needed - uses instance credentials

Additional Options:

--region <region>: Override AWS region
--read-only: Restrict to read-only tools
--log-level <level>: Set logging level (debug, info, warning, error)

Reference: https://github.com/aws/mcp-proxy-for-aws

Option B: AWS Documentation MCP Server (No Auth)

Use when:

No Python/uvx environment
No AWS credentials
Only need documentation search (no API execution)

Configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "awsdocs": {
      "type": "http",
      "url": "https://knowledge-mcp.global.api.aws"
    }
  }
}

Step 3: Verification

After configuration, verify tools are available:

For Full AWS MCP:

Look for tools: mcp__aws-mcp__aws___search_documentation, mcp__aws-mcp__aws___call_aws

For Documentation MCP:

Look for tools: mcp__awsdocs__aws___search_documentation, mcp__awsdocs__aws___read_documentation

Troubleshooting

Issue	Cause	Solution
`uvx: command not found`	uv not installed	Install with `pip install uv` or use Option B
`AccessDenied` error	Missing IAM permissions	Add aws-mcp:* permissions to IAM policy
`InvalidSignatureException`	Credential issue	Check `aws sts get-caller-identity`
Tools not appearing	MCP not started	Restart your agent after config change

FAQ

What does the aws-mcp-setup skill do?

How do I install aws-mcp-setup?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/aws-samples/sample-agent-skills-for-builders --skill aws-mcp-setup in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/aws-mcp-setup/ (personal) or .claude/skills/aws-mcp-setup/ (project).

Which AI agents can use aws-mcp-setup?

Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.

Is aws-mcp-setup safe to install?

No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.

Who maintains aws-mcp-setup?

It is published by aws-samples in aws-samples/sample-agent-skills-for-builders. It has 67 recorded installs.

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aws-mcp-setup

Install

Install

Describe the task

Review the result

SKILL.md

AWS MCP Server Configuration Guide

Overview

Step 1: Check Existing Configuration

Method A: Check Available Tools (Recommended)

Method B: Check Configuration Files

Step 2: Choose Configuration Method

Automatic Detection

Option A: Full AWS MCP Server (Recommended)

Option B: AWS Documentation MCP Server (No Auth)

Step 3: Verification

Troubleshooting

FAQ

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