FAQs

When is the next Call for Papers? Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis. Authors can submit their papers at any time.

Who holds the copyright of the published papers? Authors retain the copyright of their published papers while granting the publisher non-exclusive rights to publish, be cited as the original publisher in case of reuse, and distribute the article in all forms and media. This policy, decided on May 18th, 2020, by the journal's editorial board and the publisher, ensures that copyright remains with the authors.

How much do I have to pay for the Article Processing Charges? There are no fees for publishing in the Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs.

Where can I find Manuscript Preparation Guidelines? The "Manuscript Preparation Guidelines" can be found here.

How does the review process work? The journal employs a double-blind peer review process. Each submitted article is reviewed by two anonymous reviewers. More details are available in the Peer Review Statement.

How long does it take for a paper review process? The review process typically takes between 4 to 6 weeks.

How to submit a paper? Manuscripts can be submitted electronically via the Make a Submission link.