APC Structure

APC Rationale

Article Processing Charges cover editorial management, peer review coordination, production (typesetting, XML), online hosting, and archiving. Fees are invoiced after acceptance.

Fee Table

APCs may vary by article type and word count.

Word Count Range APC (EUR)
150-1500 € 299
1000-3000 € 499
2000-7000 € 699
7000 and above € 999

Invoicing & Payment

APC invoices are issued to the corresponding author or institution after acceptance; payment instructions, accepted payment methods, and invoice timelines are provided by the finance team.

Waiver & Discount Policy

  • Eligibility: The journal provides full or partial waivers for authors from low-income countries, students, or early-career researchers without funding, and for invited contributions or special issues as determined by editorial policy.
  • Application procedure: Request waivers during submission, providing supporting documentation. Waiver decisions are typically made prior to final acceptance of the paper and are handled confidentially.
  • Discounts & Special Cases: Institutional agreements, sponsorships may offer discounts. Contact the editorial office.