Charges Policy
The Journal of Advanced Pediatrics and Child Health (JAPCH) adheres to full transparency in all publication-related financial transactions, in alignment with COPE, ICMJE, and DOAJ guidelines for open-access journals.
1. Purpose
This policy provides detailed information on all applicable charges for manuscript processing, publication, and related editorial services. JAPCH ensures that authors are fully informed about charges prior to submission or acceptance.
2. Article Processing Charges (APC)
As an open-access journal, JAPCH applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) to cover the cost of peer review, copyediting, publication, hosting, indexing, and long-term archiving. The APC enables unrestricted access to all articles worldwide without subscription barriers.
| Article Type | Standard APC (USD) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Original Research / Review Article | 2949 | Includes full peer review and indexing |
| Case Report / Short Communication | 2949 | Includes DOI registration and editing |
| Editorial / Commentary / Letter | 2949 | Processed under expedited editorial review |
| Proceedings / Conference Article | 2949 | Special handling and metadata integration |
3. Payment Schedule
Authors are required to make payment only after formal acceptance of their manuscript. JAPCH sends an electronic invoice with secure payment options via bank transfer, PayPal, or credit card.
4. Waivers and Discounts
To promote global inclusivity, JAPCH offers waivers or discounts to authors from low-income and lower-middle-income countries based on the World Bank country classification. Eligibility for fee reduction is assessed at the time of submission.
5. Editorial and Review Charges
No submission or review charges are applied at any stage of the editorial process. Peer reviewers, editors, and board members perform evaluations voluntarily, upholding the principles of scientific service and academic contribution.
6. Transparency in Financial Transactions
JAPCH complies with open-access financial disclosure practices, ensuring that all charges are communicated clearly before publication. No hidden or retrospective fees are applied under any circumstances.
7. Additional Services
| Optional Service | Description | Charge (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Language Editing | Professional English proofreading and grammar refinement | 150–250 |
| Figure Redesign / Formatting | High-resolution graphical enhancement and standardization | 100 |
| Fast Track Publication | Expedited review and decision within 7–10 days | 300 |
| Print Copy Request | Hardbound journal copy with shipping | On demand |
8. Refund and Cancellation Policy
Refunds are governed by the Refund Policy. APCs paid after acceptance are non-refundable except in cases of duplicate payment or proven technical error.
9. Currency and Payment Details
All fees are denominated in USD and are subject to bank transfer or payment gateway charges borne by the author. Conversion to local currency may apply based on payment source location.
10. Fee Revision and Notification
APC rates are reviewed annually. Any updates are announced on the official website and applied prospectively to future submissions, ensuring fairness for ongoing manuscripts.
11. Institutional and Funder Support
Authors affiliated with institutions or supported by funders with open-access mandates (e.g., NIH, Wellcome Trust, ERC, Horizon Europe) can use grant funds to cover APCs in accordance with funder policies.
12. Financial Integrity and Compliance
All payments are securely processed under internationally recognized accounting standards. The journal complies with anti-fraud, GDPR, and COPE financial ethics regulations.
13. Contact Information
For APC-related queries, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.pediatricshealthjournal.com