Export conditions for basmati rice now require contract registration, quality and size criteria, port and guarantee controls. Export of Basmati Rice is permitted subject to APEDA contract registration; grain must be >6.61 mm and have length-to-breadth ratio >3.5; shipment through Custom EDI ports or registered non-EDI Land Custom Stations on specified borders; EU-bound consignments may require pre-shipment quality inspection; Russian-bound consignments require quality certification from specified laboratories or notified agencies. Empty printed gunny bags with Basmati markings are restricted as prescribed. Exports on Documents against Acceptance are permitted only if covered by Bank Guarantee or ECGC Guarantee, effective from the notification date.