Import
# Import from CSV
linear-cli im csv issues.csv -t ENG
# Preview without creating (dry run)
linear-cli im csv issues.csv -t ENG --dry-run
# Import from JSON
linear-cli im json issues.json -t ENG
# JSON round-trip (export then re-import)
linear-cli exp json -t ENG -f backup.json
linear-cli im json backup.json -t ENG
CSV Format
CSV files need a header row. Supported columns: title, description, priority, status, assignee, labels, estimate, dueDate.
Status, assignee, and labels are resolved by name automatically.
JSON Format
JSON files should be an array of issue objects matching the export format.
Flags
| Flag | Purpose |
|---|---|
-t TEAM | Target team (required) |
--dry-run | Preview without creating |
--output json | JSON output |
Exit Codes
0=Success, 1=Error, 2=Not found, 3=Auth error