Vinod Kumar Jain manages India-side docs. Amit Jain manages EU-side. Both respond within 24 hours.

Porto, Portugal · +91 98881 47147 Panchkula, India · +91 98881 47147
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Responsibility Split

Who Manages Which Documents

India Side · Panchkula
Vinod Kumar Jain
◆Supplier qualification & KYC
◆Commercial Invoice (supplier to GN)
◆Packing List
◆Bill of Lading origination
◆Certificate of Origin (DGFT)
◆Pre-shipment Inspection
◆Shipping Bill (via CHA)
◆FIRC coordination
◆Phytosanitary Certificate
◆Drug License / WHO-GMP (pharma)
EU Side · Porto
Amit Jain
◆Buyer qualification & due diligence
◆Commercial Invoice (GN to EU buyer)
◆EU Customs Declaration (SAD)
◆CE / REACH / RoHS compliance docs
◆LC document presentation
◆EU MRL Test Reports (agro/food)
◆FTA Preference Claim
◆EU VAT registration & import VAT
◆EORI number coordination
◆ICS2 Entry Summary Declaration
Jointly Managed
◆NCNDA
◆Commission Agency Agreement
◆Mandate Letter
◆Heads of Terms
◆Supply Contract
◆LC / Payment Coordination
◆Annual Supply Framework
◆Commission Invoice

Pre-Deal Relationship Documents

Executed before any party identity is disclosed or any commercial discussions begin.

Document
Full Name & Timing
Status
NCNDA
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Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure & Non-Competition Agreement
Before any introduction
Critical
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Full Name
Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure & Non-Competition Agreement
Purpose
The foundational legal protection for the trade intermediary. Prevents all parties from bypassing Global Nexus to deal directly with introduced counterparties for 5 years. Simultaneously protects all parties confidential information from disclosure.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without NCNDA: the buyer contacts the supplier directly after introduction — cutting out the intermediary. No legal recourse exists. This is the single most common dispute in trade intermediation.
Practical Notes
Sign before any identity is disclosed. Specify: Portuguese law as governing law, ICC arbitration (Lisbon seat), 5-year circumvention period, 24-month commission tail. ICC arbitration awards are enforceable in 170+ countries under the New York Convention.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
"The Parties agree not to circumvent, bypass, or avoid each other, directly or indirectly, in any business dealings concerning the subject matter of this Agreement, for a period of five (5) years, without the prior written consent of all Parties."
Owner
All parties (directors)
When
Before any introduction
Related Documents
Commission Agency AgreementMandate Letter
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Commission Agency Agreement
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Three-Party Commission Agency Agreement
After NCNDA — before any introduction
Critical
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Full Name
Three-Party Commission Agency Agreement
Purpose
The legally binding document specifying commission rate, calculation basis, trigger event (buyer payment receipt recommended), payment currency, payment timeline (10 business days), tail period (24 months), and all-orders clause.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Most common cause of non-payment: trigger event not precisely defined, no tail period, no all-orders clause. Without CAA, commission is a verbal understanding with no legal backing.
Practical Notes
Trigger = buyer payment received by supplier bank account. Tail period = 24 months from mandate expiry. All-orders clause = commission on ALL orders from introduced counterparty during tail period, regardless of agent involvement.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
"Commission: [X]% of net FOB value. Trigger: Due within 10 business days of buyer payment receipt. Tail: 24 months from agreement expiry. All orders from introduced parties during tail period are commissionable."
Owner
All three parties
When
After NCNDA — before any introduction
Related Documents
NCNDASupply Contract
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Mandate Letter
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Trade Facilitation Mandate / Letter of Authority
Before market-facing activity
Required
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Full Name
Trade Facilitation Mandate / Letter of Authority
Purpose
Written authority from the principal authorising Global Nexus to approach and negotiate with third-party buyers or suppliers on their behalf. Without this, Global Nexus has no standing — counterparties may question legitimacy.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Acting without mandate creates personal liability for the agent. EU counterparties may refuse to engage without documented authority.
Practical Notes
One page. Include: identity of principal, product scope, territory, exclusivity status, term, reference to Commission Agency Agreement. Signed by authorised company director.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
"[Company] hereby appoints Global Nexus as its non-exclusive trade facilitation agent for [product category] to [territory] for 12 months from the date hereof, subject to the Commission Agency Agreement dated [date]."
Owner
Principal company director
When
Before market-facing activity
Related Documents
NCNDACommission Agency Agreement
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Commercial Framework Documents

The commercial architecture agreed between buyer, seller, and Global Nexus before the principal supply contract.

Document
Full Name & Timing
Status
Heads of Terms
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Heads of Terms / Term Sheet
After initial negotiations
Recommended
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Full Name
Heads of Terms / Term Sheet
Purpose
Non-binding (or partially binding) summary of principal commercial terms — product specification, price, Incoterms, payment, quality, volume — agreed before supply contract drafting begins.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without HoT, parties enter supply contract drafting with unresolved disagreements on fundamental terms. Contract negotiation becomes a re-negotiation of already-discussed terms, destroying trust.
Practical Notes
2-4 pages. Mark clearly which terms are binding (exclusivity, confidentiality) and which are indicative (price, subject to supply contract). Prevents misunderstandings from accumulating.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
"Product: [specification]. Price: USD [X] FOB [port]. MOQ: [units]. Lead time: [X] weeks from PO. Payment: Irrevocable LC at sight, UCP 600. Quality: as per Annex A specification."
Owner
Buyer + Seller
When
After initial negotiations
Related Documents
Supply ContractCommission Agency Agreement
Supply Contract
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Principal Supply Agreement
After all commercial terms agreed
Legal Priority
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Full Name
Principal Supply Agreement
Purpose
The binding principal commercial agreement between buyer and seller — the document courts enforce. Must accurately reflect all agreed terms including Incoterms (2020), quality specifications, payment terms, delivery schedule, force majeure, and dispute resolution.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Ambiguity in the supply contract is the source of every expensive trade dispute. Common errors: Incoterms not referencing 2020 version, no quality rejection process, force majeure not covering export bans.
Practical Notes
Global Nexus provides the Heads of Terms as starting point. Each party engages their own legal counsel for the supply contract. Do not draft the supply contract yourself — facilitate, do not practice law.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
"Seller shall supply Products per Annex A specifications. Buyer pays by irrevocable LC. Title and risk pass FOB [port] (Incoterms 2020). Disputes: ICC arbitration. Governing law: Portuguese / English law."
Owner
Buyer + Seller (with legal counsel)
When
After all commercial terms agreed
Related Documents
Heads of TermsLetter of Credit

Export Documentation — India Origin

Required for goods leaving India. Managed by Vinod Kumar Jain (Panchkula) in coordination with the Indian exporter and their CHA (Custom House Agent).

Document
Full Name & Timing
Status
Commercial Invoice
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Commercial Invoice (Export)
Before or at shipment
Mandatory
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Full Name
Commercial Invoice (Export)
Purpose
Primary document describing the transaction — goods, quantity, price, buyer, seller, Incoterms, HS code, value. Used by customs for duty assessment, by the bank for LC compliance, and by the freight forwarder for shipment booking.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Incorrect HS code triggers customs scrutiny and potential seizure. Value understatement is a customs offence. Any mismatch with LC terms (description, quantity, value) = discrepant presentation = non-payment.
Practical Notes
For merchant model: two invoices — (1) Supplier to Global Nexus, (2) Global Nexus to EU Buyer. For LC: invoice description must mirror LC wording word-for-word. Never understate invoice value.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Mandatory: Invoice No. & Date · Exporter IEC & GSTIN · Buyer EORI · HS Code · Quantity · Unit price · Total · Currency · Incoterms · Port of loading · Destination · Country of origin: India.
Owner
Indian Exporter
When
Before or at shipment
Related Documents
Packing ListBill of LadingLetter of Credit
Packing List
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Detailed Packing List
With commercial invoice
Mandatory
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Full Name
Detailed Packing List
Purpose
Physical breakdown of shipment: package count, type, gross/net weight, dimensions, marks and numbers, and contents per package. Required by customs, freight forwarder, and carrier.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Discrepancy between packing list and invoice (quantity, weight) = customs detention. Weight mismatch with BL = carrier disputes and potential LC discrepancy.
Practical Notes
One row per SKU per package type. Always reconcile total weight against BL. For hazardous goods: add IMDG classification and UN number.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Mandatory: Invoice reference · Package count & type · Marks & Numbers · Gross weight (kg) · Net weight (kg) · Dimensions (cm) · Contents per package with HS code · Total weight and CBM.
Owner
Indian Exporter
When
With commercial invoice
Related Documents
Commercial InvoiceBill of Lading
Bill of Lading
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Ocean Bill of Lading (OBL) / Airway Bill (AWB)
After goods loaded on vessel
Critical
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Full Name
Ocean Bill of Lading (OBL) / Airway Bill (AWB)
Purpose
Simultaneously: receipt from carrier, document of title (holder owns the goods), and contract of carriage. For LC transactions, the original OBL set (3 originals) is the primary payment document presented to the bank.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
LC discrepancy on BL = non-payment. Most common errors: "Received for Shipment" instead of "On Board" notation; consignee as buyer instead of "To Order of issuing bank"; shipment date after LC latest shipment date.
Practical Notes
For LC: (a) Full set clean on-board BLs, (b) Made To Order of issuing bank, (c) Blank endorsed, (d) Freight Prepaid/Collect as per LC. Review BL draft against LC before authorising carrier to issue.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Key fields: Shipper (exporter) · Consignee ("To Order of [Bank]") · Notify Party (buyer) · Port of Loading · Port of Discharge · Vessel & Voyage · Container No. · Clean on board · Date of issue.
Owner
Freight Forwarder / Carrier
When
After goods loaded on vessel
Related Documents
Commercial InvoiceLetter of CreditCertificate of Origin
Certificate of Origin
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Certificate of Origin / REX Declaration
At or before shipment
FTA-Critical
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Full Name
Certificate of Origin / REX Declaration
Purpose
Certifies country of origin. Determines: applicable customs duty rate (standard MFN or FTA preferential), import restrictions, and labelling requirements. Without preferential CoO, EU importer cannot claim FTA duty reduction.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without FTA-compliant CoO, importer pays full MFN duty. On EUR 500K of Indian garments at 12% = EUR 60K in unnecessary cost. Post-import EU audit can recover duty for 3 years if CoO found non-compliant.
Practical Notes
Post-FTA: REX (Registered Exporter) self-certification on invoice. Apply to DGFT for REX registration (4-6 weeks). Rules of Origin compliance must be documented before claiming preference.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
REX text: "The exporter (REX No. [X]) declares these products are of preferential Indian origin per the India-EU Free Trade Agreement Rules of Origin."
Owner
DGFT / Chamber of Commerce / REX Exporter
When
At or before shipment
Related Documents
Rules of Origin ChecklistFTA Guide
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Shipping Bill
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Shipping Bill — Indian Export Declaration
Filed electronically before loading
Mandatory India
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Full Name
Shipping Bill — Indian Export Declaration
Purpose
India customs export clearance document — formally declaring goods are being exported, triggering the let-export order, and enabling duty drawback and GST refund claims. Filed on ICEGATE by the CHA.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without Shipping Bill, goods cannot leave India legally. Wrong HS code = customs exam and potential seizure. Details must match commercial invoice exactly for GST refund processing.
Practical Notes
CHA files this. Verify: HS code, product description, and IEC number match commercial invoice. For GST refund under LUT: LUT number must be referenced on Shipping Bill.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Key: Exporter IEC · HS Code 8-digit · Description · Quantity · FOB value INR · Shipping line · Port of loading · Destination country · GST / RODTEP claim reference.
Owner
CHA (Custom House Agent)
When
Filed electronically before loading
Related Documents
Commercial InvoiceFIRC
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Inspection Certificate
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Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate (PSI)
Before loading — 3-5 days before vessel cut-off
Strongly Recommended
+
Full Name
Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate (PSI)
Purpose
Independent third-party verification that goods conform to agreed specifications — quantity, quality, packaging, labelling — before leaving the factory. Primary risk mitigation tool for cross-border sourcing.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without PSI: quality disputes become your word vs. theirs across borders. Returning goods from EU costs more than the goods are worth. Required by most LC-based transactions.
Practical Notes
Cost: 0.2-0.5% of FOB value. Brief inspector precisely: quantity per SKU, AQL level, specific test requirements. Request report with photos of goods, packaging, and marks.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Report: Date and place · PO reference · Quantity inspected per AQL · Quality findings · Packaging condition · Marks and numbers · Pass/Fail determination.
Owner
SGS / Bureau Veritas / Intertek / QIMA
When
Before loading — 3-5 days before vessel cut-off
Related Documents
Commercial InvoicePacking ListLetter of Credit
Phytosanitary Certificate
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Phytosanitary Certificate (agro / food / plant products)
Issued 72 hours before shipment
Agro Mandatory
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Full Name
Phytosanitary Certificate (agro / food / plant products)
Purpose
Government-issued certificate confirming plant-based goods are free from pests and diseases per EU import requirements. Mandatory for all fresh produce, seeds, grains, spices, and plant-derived processed foods.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
EU Border Inspection Posts reject shipments without valid phytosanitary certificates. Goods returned or destroyed at exporter cost. Repeated violations trigger enhanced inspection for 2+ years.
Practical Notes
Apply to local NPPO after final packing. Processing: 2-5 working days. Check EU-specific phytosanitary requirements in TRACES database before applying.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Government of India certificate confirming: goods examined, free from quarantine pests, treatment declarations (fumigation / heat treatment as applicable).
Owner
State Plant Protection Officer (NPPO)
When
Issued 72 hours before shipment
Related Documents
EU Import DeclarationMRL Test Report

Import Documentation — EU Destination

Required for goods entering the EU. Managed by Amit Jain (Porto) in coordination with the EU importer and their licensed customs broker.

Document
Full Name & Timing
Status
EU Import Declaration
Click to expand full explanation
Single Administrative Document (SAD / e-Dec)
Filed on arrival at EU border
Mandatory EU
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Full Name
Single Administrative Document (SAD / e-Dec)
Purpose
EU customs import clearance declaration — notifying EU customs of the import, declaring HS code, customs value (CIF), origin, and claiming FTA preferential tariff treatment.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Incorrect HS code = wrong duty rate. Missing FTA preference code = full MFN duty charged unnecessarily. Post-audit duty recovery covers 3 years.
Practical Notes
Filed by EU customs broker. Key: (a) use 10-digit TARIC code; (b) customs value = CIF (FOB + freight + insurance); (c) preference code T for FTA; (d) EORI of EU importer mandatory.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
TARIC boxes: Box 8 (Consignee EORI) · Box 33 (10-digit TARIC code) · Box 36 (Preference: T for FTA) · Box 45 (Customs value CIF) · Box 47 (Duty calculation).
Owner
EU Customs Broker
When
Filed on arrival at EU border
Related Documents
EORI NumberCertificate of OriginCommercial Invoice
EORI Number
Click to expand full explanation
Economic Operators Registration & Identification Number
Before first EU import — apply 5 days ahead
Prerequisite
+
Full Name
Economic Operators Registration & Identification Number
Purpose
Unique identifier mandatory for all EU importers. Without EORI, cannot be named as importer of record in EU customs declarations, cannot file ICS2 security declarations.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without EORI, EU customs rejects the import declaration. Goods held in bonded warehouse at daily cost until EORI obtained. First-time EU importers frequently overlook this.
Practical Notes
Portugal: AT.gov.pt. Germany: Zoll.de. Netherlands: Belastingdienst. Non-EU businesses register in first EU country of import. Free. No expiry.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Format: Country code + alphanumeric. Example: PT12345678 (Portugal), DE123456789 (Germany). Cited on all customs declarations, AEO applications, and ICS2 declarations.
Owner
EU national customs authority (one-time)
When
Before first EU import — apply 5 days ahead
Related Documents
EU Import DeclarationICS2 Declaration
Product Compliance Docs
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CE, REACH, RoHS, EU Food Law Compliance Documentation
Before placing product on EU market
Legal Obligation
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Full Name
CE, REACH, RoHS, EU Food Law Compliance Documentation
Purpose
CE Marking (machinery, electronics, PPE, toys, medical devices), REACH (chemicals and articles), RoHS (electrical equipment), EU Food Law (food contact, labelling). EU Responsible Person (RP) required from August 2024.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Non-compliant products: seized at customs, recalled from market, fines up to EUR 10M+, RAPEX alerts. Directors of EU importing company bear personal liability.
Practical Notes
Appoint an EU Responsible Person (RP) — a legal entity with EU address contactable by authorities. Global Nexus provides EU Responsible Person services. CE: identify directives, conformity assessment, technical file, Declaration of Conformity, CE mark.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
CE DoC: Product name and model · Manufacturer name/address · Conformity with [Directive(s)] · Harmonised standards applied · Notified Body reference · Date · Authorised signatory.
Owner
EU Importer (as first-placer on EU market)
When
Before placing product on EU market
Related Documents
EU Import DeclarationREACHEU Compliance Guide
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EU MRL Test Report
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EU Maximum Residue Level Test Report (Pesticides in Food)
Before import — agro and food only
Agro Critical
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Full Name
EU Maximum Residue Level Test Report (Pesticides in Food)
Purpose
Lab analysis confirming pesticide residue levels do not exceed EU MRLs under EU Regulation 396/2005. EU MRLs are 10-100x stricter than Indian domestic standards. BIPs test agro imports; RASFF alerts triggered on exceedances.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
MRL exceedance = immediate shipment rejection at EU BIP. RASFF notification publicly visible. Repeated violations trigger systematic testing of all shipments for 2+ years.
Practical Notes
Test at NABL-accredited lab in India. Panel must cover pesticides actually used in production. EU MRL for unauthorised pesticides = 0.01 mg/kg (effectively zero). Test 3-4 weeks before shipment.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Report: Lab accreditation reference · Sample ID · Test date · Method reference · Pesticide residues tested · Levels found (mg/kg) · EU MRL reference · Pass/Fail.
Owner
EU-accredited or NABL-accredited laboratory
When
Before import — agro and food only
Related Documents
Phytosanitary CertificateEU Import Declaration

Payment & Finance Documents

Instruments guaranteeing payment security for exporters and delivery security for importers. Managed jointly by both principals.

Document
Full Name & Timing
Status
Letter of Credit (LC)
Click to expand full explanation
Irrevocable Documentary Letter of Credit — UCP 600
Issued before shipment — often before production
Payment Security
+
Full Name
Irrevocable Documentary Letter of Credit — UCP 600
Purpose
Bank irrevocable commitment to pay the seller upon presentation of compliant documents. Eliminates exporter payment risk (bank pays, not buyer) and importer delivery risk (bank pays only on compliant documents). Governed by ICC UCP 600.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
60-70% of first LC presentations have at least one discrepancy. Discrepancy = bank can refuse payment until waived or corrected. Most common: late presentation, product description mismatch, BL not showing on-board notation.
Practical Notes
Review LC immediately on receipt. Check: Can you achieve all document requirements? Is latest shipment date realistic? Is presentation period sufficient? Request AMENDMENT before starting production if any term cannot be met.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Via SWIFT MT700: LC amount and currency · Expiry date and place · Latest shipment date · Port of loading/discharge · Documents required · Applicant (buyer) and Beneficiary (seller) details.
Owner
Buyer bank (Issuing Bank)
When
Issued before shipment — often before production
Related Documents
Commercial InvoiceBill of LadingCertificate of Origin
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FIRC
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Foreign Inward Remittance Certificate
After payment received — must be within 9 months of shipment
India Compliance
+
Full Name
Foreign Inward Remittance Certificate
Purpose
RBI-mandated certificate confirming receipt of foreign currency from export proceeds. Required for: GST/IGST refund claims, FEMA compliance, income tax proof of export earnings.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without FIRC: GST refund blocked for months. FEMA violation if proceeds not received within 9 months. Penalty from Enforcement Directorate.
Practical Notes
Bank issues FIRC automatically on receipt of SWIFT payment (MT103). Exporter must have registered AD Code at export port before shipment — without AD Code, bank cannot link remittance to export.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
FIRC: Remitter name and country · Remitting bank SWIFT code · Amount received in foreign currency and INR equivalent · Date of credit · Purpose code (FEMA) · FIRC reference number.
Owner
Indian Bank (issued on payment receipt)
When
After payment received — must be within 9 months of shipment
Related Documents
Shipping BillCommission Agency Agreement
SBLC / Bank Guarantee
Click to expand full explanation
Standby Letter of Credit / Bank Guarantee — SWIFT MT760
For ongoing supply contracts and performance bonds
Performance Security
+
Full Name
Standby Letter of Credit / Bank Guarantee — SWIFT MT760
Purpose
Guarantee instrument called only if applicant defaults. Used for: annual supply contract performance guarantees, advance payment security, business brokerage performance bonds, and M&A transaction security.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
SBLC/BGs have precise text requirements — any deviation allows issuing bank to reject the demand. Governed by URDG 758 (BG) or ISP98 (SBLC).
Practical Notes
Key terms: payable on first demand; validity extends beyond contract term; governing rules specified; reduction schedule for milestone contracts.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
"We [Bank] issue this SBLC in favour of [Beneficiary] for USD [X], available by presentation of written demand stating [Applicant] has failed to perform [obligation]."
Owner
Issuing Bank (applicant bank)
When
For ongoing supply contracts and performance bonds
Related Documents
Supply ContractCommission Agency Agreement

Post-Deal & Compliance Documents

Documents generated after deal closure — for commission collection, regulatory compliance, and repeat-order governance.

Document
Full Name & Timing
Status
Commission Invoice
Click to expand full explanation
Global Nexus Commission Invoice
After commission trigger event (buyer payment received)
Revenue Document
+
Full Name
Global Nexus Commission Invoice
Purpose
Global Nexus formal invoice to the commission-paying party. References the Commission Agency Agreement, deal details, invoice value, commission rate, and amount due.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without commission invoice, no payment can be initiated. A properly referenced invoice is the basis for legal recovery if disputed.
Practical Notes
Issue under Portuguese entity for EU VAT compliance. Reference: CAA date, supplier, buyer, product, total deal value, commission rate, amount in agreed currency. Due within 10 business days per CAA.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
Global Nexus · Invoice No. GN-2026-[X] · To: [Supplier] · Re: Commission on [product] supplied to [Buyer] per CAA dated [date] · Commission: [X]% x EUR [value] = EUR [amount] · Due: 10 business days.
Owner
Global Nexus (Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain)
When
After commission trigger event (buyer payment received)
Related Documents
Commission Agency AgreementFIRC
Annual Supply Framework
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Annual / Long-Term Supply Framework Agreement
After first successful shipment
Relationship Document
+
Full Name
Annual / Long-Term Supply Framework Agreement
Purpose
Comprehensive agreement covering multiple shipments over 12-36 months with agreed pricing, volume commitments, quality standards, delivery schedules, and dispute resolution.
Risk If Missing or Incorrect
Without framework: each repeat order is a fresh negotiation. Pricing disputes, quality changes, and lead time disagreements accumulate. Without volume commitments, suppliers deprioritise the buyer during peak periods.
Practical Notes
Key clauses: pricing review mechanism (quarterly/annually), volume commitment or best-efforts target, quality audit rights, IP ownership for private label, force majeure, step-down commission on repeat orders.
Specimen Content / Key Fields
"Supplier agrees to supply minimum [X] units per quarter at Schedule A prices, subject to annual revision. Buyer provides 60-day rolling PO forecasts. All supplies subject to pre-shipment inspection per Annex B."
Owner
Buyer + Seller (legal counsel)
When
After first successful shipment
Related Documents
Commission Agency AgreementInspection CertificateSupply Contract
By Sector

Additional Documents by Vertical

Pharma & Healthcare
◆ WHO-GMP Certificate (CDSCO India)
◆ EU GMP / EMA Inspection Certificate
◆ Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product (CPP)
◆ Quality Agreement (buyer-manufacturer mandatory)
◆ Technical Transfer Dossier (CMO)
◆ Free Sale Certificate (from CDSCO)
Agro & Food
◆ Phytosanitary Certificate (NPPO/APEDA)
◆ FSSAI Licence / Registration
◆ Organic Certificate (NPOP / EU Bio)
◆ EU MRL Test Report (396/2005 panel)
◆ Fumigation Certificate (ISPM 15)
◆ Non-GMO Declaration
Chemicals & Specialty
◆ REACH Registration or Letter of Access
◆ SDS (GHS/CLP format, EU language)
◆ Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
◆ UN Packaging Certification
◆ ADR Transport Declaration
◆ CBAM Carbon Intensity Data (steel/aluminium)
Textiles & Leather
◆ GOTS Certificate
◆ OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Report
◆ BSCI / SMETA Audit Report
◆ Fibre Composition Declaration
◆ REACH SVHC Declaration
◆ EUDR Due Diligence Statement (leather)
Engineering & Auto
◆ IATF-16949 or ISO 9001 Certificate
◆ PPAP Documentation
◆ EN 10204 Material Test Certificate (3.1/3.2)
◆ CE Technical File + Declaration of Conformity
◆ RoHS Declaration
IT Recruitment
◆ Employment Contract (EU labour law reviewed)
◆ EU Blue Card qualification docs + salary proof
◆ Work Permit / Portugal D8 Visa
◆ Educational Qualification apostille
◆ Police Clearance Certificate
Medical Devices
◆ ISO 13485 QMS Certificate
◆ CE Technical File (MDR 2017/745)
◆ EU Declaration of Conformity
◆ Notified Body Certificate
◆ UDI registration (EUDAMED)
Real Estate (Portugal)
◆ NIF (Portuguese Tax Number)
◆ CPCV (Promissory Purchase Agreement)
◆ IMT (Property Transfer Tax) receipt
◆ Certidao de Teor (Land Registry)
◆ Energy Certificate (EPC)

⚖ Legal Disclaimer: This guide is for general commercial orientation only and does not constitute legal, customs, tax, or regulatory advice. Document requirements vary by product, jurisdiction, transaction structure, and individual circumstances. Before acting on any information in this guide, engage qualified legal counsel, a licensed CHA, a certified tax adviser, and relevant regulatory specialists in both India and the applicable EU member state. Vinod Kumar Jain and Amit Jain / Global Nexus Trade & Advisory are commercial trade intermediaries — not lawyers, customs advisers, or licensed financial advisers. All regulatory thresholds, timelines, and procedures cited are indicative only and must be independently verified.

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