Charges Policy

Article Processing Charges (APC) Policy

The Annals of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology (ACGH) is committed to transparent and fair publication fees. This page outlines applicable APCs, reimbursement policies, waiver eligibility, payment procedures, and what's included in the charges.

1. APC Overview

A standard APC of USD 2,949 is applicable only upon acceptance following peer review, as confirmed on the journal's official APC page :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

2. Waivers & Discounts

Authors from low- and lower-middle-income countries may be eligible for partial or full APC waivers. Eligibility must be requested at the time of manuscript submission :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

Additionally, discounts may apply for circumstances like reviewer contributions or editorial board membership. Please refer to the Waiver Policy for criteria and application steps.

3. What the APC Covers

• Full editorial handling—from peer review to final publication
• Professional production services and layout
• DOI assignment and CrossRef registration
• Immediate open-access publication on the journal website
• Long-term archiving and preservation
• Permanent hosting and article-level metrics

4. Payment & Invoicing

An invoice with payment instructions is issued upon manuscript acceptance. Accepted methods include:

• Bank transfers
• Major credit cards

Authors are responsible for any bank or processing fees. Receipts are issued once payment is confirmed.

5. Refund & Cancellation Policy

Refund eligibility and non-refundable components are detailed in our Refund Policy, outlining scenarios covered and payment terms.

6. Contact & Support

For inquiries regarding APCs, waivers, invoice issues, or payment logistics, contact us at:

• Email: [email protected] or [email protected]