APCs are fees that must be paid in order to have an accepted manuscript published. The
funds are used to finance the editorial and production processes to guarantee the quality,
accessibility and longevity of scholarly articles.
APCs are billed once a manuscript has gone through the peer review and is officially
accepted to be published. Submission charges are not charged.
The Article Processing Charge normally serves to contribute to:
● Reviewing and management of the editorial process.
● Copyediting, proofreading and formatting.
● Online publication, maintenance of the sites.
● Electronic archiving and long-term conservation.
● Indexing and supporting DOI assignments.
● Publication-related administrative and technical services.
Important Notes for Authors
● APC is not part of editorial decisions. This is only accepted on academic basis and
relevance.
● It is recommended that the writers consult their institutions, universities, or financial
organizations about covering the costs of publication.
● Authors are given specifics of APC, such as the exact amount and instructions of
payment once the manuscript is accepted.
The processing charge is beneficial because it not only facilitates a smooth, transparent, and
open publication process but also keeps the research published in an open and free state
accessible to readers all over the world.