Article Processing Charges

Article Processing Charges

APC Statement

At Global Health Synapse, we are dedicated to advancing open access publishing. This means that all articles published in our journal are freely available to the global research community without any access restriction.

To sustain this model and cover essential publication-related expenses, an Article Processing Charge (APC) is required.

This fee supports the full range of publishing services, which include editorial review, manuscript formatting, typesetting, online hosting, digital archiving, technical infrastructure, and outreach to ensure your work reaches a wide audience.

The APC is given as follows:

Funded Articles: 1599 EURO

Non-Funded Articles: 999 EURO

Important Tax Information:
An additional 22% tax will apply if the payment is made by:

  • A company within the EU that does not have a valid VAT number
  • A business registered in Estonia
  • An individual located within the EU

We value your contribution to open science and thank you for supporting the ongoing accessibility of high-quality academic research.

APC Waiver

  • Waiver for Low-Income Countries: Authors affiliated with institutions in countries categorized as low-income economies by the World Bank are eligible for fee waiver upon request.
  • Support for Ukrainian Authors: In light of the ongoing conflict, authors based in Ukraine are currently exempt from APC charges.
  • Reviewer Discount: As a gesture of gratitude, reviewers who contribute their time and expertise to our peer-review process are entitled to a 15% discount on their APC for future submissions.
  • Annual Waiver Limit: Please note that each author may receive an APC waiver only once per calendar year.

We believe these provisions help foster a more inclusive and supportive research environment. If you believe you qualify for a waiver or discount, please reach out during the submission process.

Please Note: All manuscripts submitted on or before May 20, 2025, will be processed under our previous no-APC (Article Processing Charge) policy, and authors will not be required to pay any publication fees.

Updated on 20-05-2025

 

Usage of APC Contributions

APC contributions from articles help cover the costs associated with the publication process. These contributions are used as follows:

  1. Editorial and Peer Review Management

    • Coordinating the double-blind peer review process.
    • Managing submissions, revisions, and editorial decisions.
    • Ensuring adherence to ethical standards and COPE guidelines.

  2. Production Costs

    • Typesetting, formatting, and layout of the manuscripts.
    • High-quality figure and image preparation.
    • Proofreading and quality control to ensure error-free publications.

  3. Open Access Hosting and Archiving

    • Maintaining the journal’s online platform for immediate and free access to articles.
    • Digital preservation through services like CLOCKSS and Portico to ensure long-term accessibility.

  4. Technical Infrastructure

    • Developing and maintaining the online submission and review system.
    • Implementing plagiarism detection software.
    • Ensuring website security and usability.

  5. Marketing and Promotion

    • Promoting published articles to enhance visibility and impact.
    • Indexing and abstracting services to ensure inclusion in major databases.

Payment Modes

For contributions the following payment methods are available:

  1. Credit Card:

    • Secure online payment gateway for credit card transactions.

  2. Bank Transfer:

    • Bank transfer details will be provided upon request for those who prefer this mode of payment.

  3. Institutional Payment:

    • In some cases, payments can be arranged through an author’s institution. Please contact our support team for details.

Refund Policy

Global Health Synapse maintains a clear refund policy for APC contributions:

  1. Refund Eligibility:

    • Refunds for APC contributions are considered on a case-by-case basis.
    • If an error occurs on the part of the journal (e.g., duplicate payment), a full refund will be issued.

  2. Non-Refundable Situations:

    • APC contributions are non-refundable once utilized for publication processes.

  3. Request Process:

    • Authors should contact the journal's support team with any refund requests, providing relevant details and justification.

Support

Global Health Synapse is committed to providing comprehensive support to authors:

  1. Customer Support:

    • Authors can reach out to our dedicated support team for any questions or concerns regarding APC contributions or the publication process.

  2. Contact Information:

  3. FAQs:

    • A detailed FAQ section is available on our website, addressing common queries about APC contributions, the submission process, and journal policies.