There is no single mandatory contract list for every foreign company. The documents should be selected according to the commercial model, parties, country connection, sector, IP or data flow, payment and dispute structure.
NDA / Confidentiality Agreement
For protecting non-public pricing, product, customer, business, software and transaction information during discussions.
Master Services Agreement & Statement of Work
For recurring services, project scope, deliverables, fees, timelines, acceptance and change-control terms.
Vendor, Supply & Purchase Agreement
For product specifications, purchase orders, quality, delivery, inspection, payment and warranty arrangements.
Distribution, Reseller & Agency Agreement
For market entry, territory, exclusivity, sales targets, brand-use, channel duties and termination planning.
Software, SaaS & Technology Licence Agreement
For software access, licence scope, service levels, support, restrictions, security responsibilities and fees.
IP Assignment, Licence & Brand-use Agreement
For ownership, permitted use, improvements, confidentiality, trade marks, content and technology rights.
Consultancy, Contractor & Employment Agreement
For role, scope, fees or compensation, confidentiality, IP ownership, conduct and exit obligations.
Data Processing & Privacy Addendum
For personal-data handling, security measures, subcontractors, breach notifications and cross-border data responsibilities.
Shareholders', Joint Venture & Investment Documents
Where an India-linked investment or joint venture is proposed, parties may need separate ownership, governance, transfer and commercial documents.
Import–Export, Logistics & Freight Terms
For shipment, documents, delivery allocation, risk transfer, insurance, inspection and claims coordination.