Article Processing Charge (APC)

Overview

The EAST Journal of Engineering is committed to advancing open-access scientific knowledge in the field of engineering. To support the cost of publishing high-quality research articles, the journal applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted manuscripts. This fee ensures that articles are freely available to the global research community.

APC FEE

The APC for the EAST Journal of Engineering is $500 USD include a 5% VAT.

  • Total APC: $500 USD 

Payment Process

  1. Notification of Acceptance: Authors will be notified of their manuscript's acceptance and the applicable APC via email.
  2. Invoice Generation: An invoice will be sent to the corresponding author, detailing the total amount due, including VAT.
  3. Payment Methods: Payment can be made via PayPal or Payment Gateway. Detailed instructions for payments will be included in the invoice.
  4. Payment Deadline: Payment must be completed within 10 days of receiving the invoice to ensure timely publication of the article.

Waivers and Discounts

The EAST Journal of Engineering offers APC waivers and discounts under certain conditions:

  • Waivers: Full waivers are available for authors from low-income countries as classified by the World Bank.
  • Discounts: A 50% discount is available for authors affiliated with organizations in lower-middle-income countries and for authors who lack institutional support or funding.

How to Apply for a Waiver or Discount

Authors seeking a waiver or discount should submit a waiver request at the time of manuscript submission. The request should include a brief justification and any relevant supporting documents. The editorial office will review the request and inform the authors of the decision.

Institutional Agreements

The EAST Journal of Engineering has agreements with several institutions and funding bodies that cover APCs for their affiliated authors. Authors should check with their institution or funding body for potential coverage of APCs.

Refund Policy

APCs are non-refundable. No refunds will be issued under any circumstances once the payment has been made, including in cases of article withdrawal or retraction.

Policy Changes

The EAST Journal of Engineering reserves the right to change this APC policy at any time. Changes will be communicated to authors through the journal’s website and via email to corresponding authors of submitted manuscripts.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding APCs, waivers, or discounts, please contact the editorial office at: