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Article Processing Charges
There is no fee to submit a manuscript or undergo peer review. An article processing charge applies only after acceptance: approximately USD 2,400 for the standard rate, or USD 999 for an eligible student author with valid student identification.
- Standard APC
- Approx. USD 2,400
- Student rate
- USD 999
- Submission fee
- None
- Payment affects decision
- No
Verified charge schedule
No fee before acceptanceRates approved for this review
| Category | Amount | Verified condition |
|---|---|---|
| Standard APC | Approximately USD 2,400 | Applies only after a manuscript has been accepted. |
| Student rate | USD 999 | Valid student identification is required. Further eligibility details require written confirmation. |
| Submission and review | USD 0 | No charge to submit or undergo peer review. |
Scientific merit, ethical compliance and scope determine editorial decisions. Ability to pay, requests for fee relief, membership and service as an editor or reviewer do not influence peer review or acceptance.
What is not yet an approved public rule
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The terms below apply to every JVHC submission.
- Waiver eligibility and stackingAuthors who need financial support are encouraged to contact the editorial office before submitting.
- Withdrawal chargesManuscripts withdrawn within 3 days of submission are not subject to a withdrawal charge. Manuscripts withdrawn more than 3 days after submission incur a withdrawal charge equal to 30% of the journal's APC. Authors must receive official withdrawal confirmation before submitting the manuscript to another journal.
- Taxes and payment methodsApplicable taxes, transfer routes and card or institutional payment options should be confirmed on the invoice.
- Invoice deadline and production timingInvoices state the applicable payment terms.
Authors with a funding or billing constraint should request written clarification from the editorial office before submission or before accepting an invoice.
When charges arise
Decision before billingEditorial review remains separate from billing
Submission
The manuscript enters scope, ethics and completeness screening without a submission fee.
Peer review
Eligible manuscripts undergo independent scientific review; no APC is payable during review.
Acceptance
Only after an editorial acceptance decision may the applicable APC and verified eligibility documentation be confirmed.
Billing and production
Invoice, payment and production terms must be provided in writing under the approved journal policy.
Frequently asked questions
Direct answersAPC answers
Does payment affect peer review or acceptance?
No. Editorial decisions are based on scope, scientific merit, ethics and the evidence, independently of payment, fee-relief requests, membership or journal service.
Is there a submission fee?
No. Submission and peer review are free. An APC applies only after acceptance.
What is the verified student rate?
The approved student rate is USD 999 with valid student identification. Authors should obtain written confirmation of eligibility before relying on the rate.
What withdrawal charge applies?
Manuscripts withdrawn within 3 days of submission are not subject to a withdrawal charge. Manuscripts withdrawn more than 3 days after submission incur a withdrawal charge equal to 30% of the journal’s APC. Authors must receive official withdrawal confirmation before submitting the manuscript to another journal.
Review the submission requirements
Confirm scope, ethics, files and declarations before entering the no-fee review process.