Pro forma

for the sake of form, for proper order

The term pro forma (occasionally written proforma) comes from a Latin phrase meaning, "as a matter of form". Its meaning depends on the context in which it is used.
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Adjective
1. as a formality only; "a one-candidate pro forma election"
(synonym) perfunctory
(similar) formal
Adverb
1. in a set manner without serious attention; "they answered my letter pro forma"; "he kissed her cheek perfunctorily"
(synonym) perfunctorily, as a formality

proforma, for the sake of fulfilling obligations; for sake of the appearances, as a matter of form

adj. perfunctory