Guiding Principles
Ethical Foundations
Anfo Publication House adheres to principles of fairness, global equity, and transparency, reflecting international guidelines such as those from cOAlition S and top publishers. Our pricing ensures all authors have genuine access to reputable publishing, regardless of their economic background.
No Double-Dipping
No article is ever doubly charged (e.g., both via subscription and open access models). Publication costs are only applied once and are always visible online.
Article Processing Charges (APC)
What You Pay For
APCs reflect the cost of:
- Editorial oversight and comprehensive peer review
- Professional copyediting, formatting, and metadata creation
- DOI assignment, maintenance, and digital archiving
- Long-term online hosting with robust discoverability, support, and analytics
Open and Tiered Structure (Sample Range)
| Journal Category | Price Range (USD) |
|---|---|
| Top-tier / interdisciplinary journals | $100 – $120 |
| Subject-discipline journals | $50 – $80 |
| Specialist / early-stage journals | $40 – $50 |
| Regional / author-supportive journals | $30 – $40 |
A full, up-to-date fee schedule is available on every journal homepage.
Submission and Special Services
No Hidden Fees
We believe in transparency. That's why we don't charge for:
- Submission of manuscripts
- Peer review process
- Withdrawal before acceptance
Optional Services
We offer additional services with clearly disclosed fees:
Expedited Production
Faster processing for time-sensitive research
Color Printing
High-quality color figures in print editions
Data Hosting
Secure storage and accessibility for research data
Professional Editing
Enhanced language and formatting services
Payment Terms and Support
Flexible Payment Options
- No payment required at submission or during review
- APCs are only invoiced after formal acceptance
- Flexible payment plans available for authors without institutional support
- Transactions supported by secure, PCI DSS-compliant systems
- Billing support via email, phone, and online chat (24-hour response)
- All financial details kept confidential
Refund Policy
Our Commitment to Fairness
- Full Refund: If a paid paper is rejected before publication due to publisher error or scope mismatch
- Partial Refund: For significant publisher delays or withdrawal within 14 days of payment
- Non-Refundable: If rejected for plagiarism/ethics violations or after public posting
Refunds typically processed within 14–21 business days.
Pricing Updates & Transparency
Annual Review
Fees adjusted for inflation, operational costs, and global market context
Detailed Breakdown
Authors receive a detailed fee allocation across editorial, technical, and promotional services
Open Publication
All pricing, discount eligibility, and service breakdowns are published openly
Appeals and Dispute Resolution
We are committed to resolving any concerns fairly and efficiently:
- Written appeals are escalated to a valuation committee and resolved within two weeks
- Option for third-party mediation in complex financial disputes (as per publication ethics recommendations)
Questions About Our Pricing?
For pricing questions, fee waivers, or payment support, our team is here to help.
Email: info@anfopublicationhouse.com
Phone: +91 9654690023
Address: K-95, Vijay Vihar Phase 1, Rohini Sector-4, Delhi 110085, India
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