Article Processing Charges
Transparent, competitive pricing for open access publication of your ophthalmic research.
Invest in Vision Science
JOS operates on a sustainable open access model that ensures your research is immediately and permanently accessible to ophthalmologists, optometrists, vision researchers, and eye care practitioners worldwide.
The Article Processing Charge (APC) covers the full cost of peer review coordination, professional editing, production, DOI registration, indexing submission, hosting, and permanent archival. Payment is only required after your manuscript has been accepted.
Regular Submission
- Single-blind peer review by ophthalmology experts
- Professional copyediting and typesetting
- CrossRef DOI registration
- Immediate open access publication
- Permanent archival and hosting
- Author support throughout
Student / Trainee
- All standard services included
- 25% reduced rate for trainees
- Ophthalmology residents eligible
- Supervisor recommendation required
- Build your publication portfolio
- Same quality standards
Every dollar of the APC is invested in ensuring your ophthalmic research meets the highest standards of scientific publishing:
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Peer Review Management | Coordination of single-blind review by ophthalmology and vision science specialists |
| Professional Editing | Copyediting, grammar correction, and medical terminology verification |
| Typesetting & Production | Professional layout in PDF and HTML with optimized clinical image display |
| Figure Processing | High-quality reproduction of fundus images, OCT scans, and surgical photography |
| DOI Registration | Permanent CrossRef DOI for citation tracking |
| Indexing Submission | Metadata distribution to major ophthalmology and medical databases |
| Hosting & Archival | Permanent availability with redundant server infrastructure |
| Author Support | Dedicated support throughout the publication process |
JOS is committed to ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent the publication of valuable ophthalmic research:
Membership Discounts
JOS members receive significant APC reductions. Individual ophthalmologists can save up to 45% on publication costs through our membership programs.
Low-Income Country Waivers
Authors from World Bank-classified low-income countries are eligible for affordable APC waivers. Partial waivers available for lower-middle income countries.
Hardship Waivers
Individual authors facing financial hardship may request discretionary waivers. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis during submission.
No Hidden Fees
The APC is a one-time charge. There are no submission fees, page charges, color figure fees, or supplementary material charges. What you see is what you pay.
- Credit/Debit Card: Visa, MasterCard, American Express via secure payment gateway
- PayPal: We accept payments via PayPal for your convenience
- Bank Transfer: For bank transfer payments, please contact our Accounts Department at [email protected]
- Institutional Invoice: We can invoice your institution or hospital directly
- Grant Funding: We provide documentation for grant reimbursement
Withdrawal Policy
Ethical Notice: Concurrent submission of a manuscript to multiple journals is a violation of publication ethics. If a paper is withdrawn from JOS after 3 days of submission to be sent elsewhere, a 30% withdrawal fee applies. Official withdrawal must be confirmed by the editorial office before submitting elsewhere.
Publishing open access with JOS ensures your ophthalmic research reaches its maximum potential audience. All articles are freely accessible to ophthalmologists, optometrists, vision researchers, and healthcare professionals worldwide immediately upon publication. Open access publication removes barriers to knowledge dissemination and accelerates the translation of research into clinical practice for improved patient outcomes.
- When is the APC due? Payment is due after acceptance, before publication
- Can my institution pay? Yes, we can invoice institutions and hospitals directly
- Are there submission fees? No, there are no fees at the submission stage
- Can I request a waiver? Authors from low-income countries or facing financial hardship may request waivers
Ready to Publish Your Ophthalmic Research?
Submit your manuscript today and contribute to advancing vision science.
