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Article Processing Charges (APC) Policy

The Journal of Urban Development and Smart Cities in Central Asia is an open-access journal, ensuring that all published articles are freely available to readers worldwide without subscription barriers. To support the costs of high-quality publishing, editorial processes, and global dissemination, the journal applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) to accepted manuscripts.

APC Details

  • Standard APC: $300 (USD) per article.

What the APC Covers

The APC covers essential costs associated with the publishing process, including:

  1. Editorial Management:
    • Peer review coordination and editorial decision-making.
  2. Technical Services:
    • Copyediting, typesetting, formatting, and proofreading.
  3. Online Hosting:
    • Maintaining the journal’s website and open-access platform.
  4. Indexing and Archiving:
    • Submissions to indexing platforms (e.g., DOAJ, Scopus) and preservation in digital archives.
  5. Administrative Operations:
    • Managing author communications and ensuring smooth publication workflows.