Waiver Eligibility

While I can provide a general template, specific eligibility criteria for waivers might vary depending on the journal's current policies and the nature of your research. It's essential to consult the journal's official guidelines or contact their editorial office directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Potential Waiver Criteria

Based on common practices in academic publishing, here are some potential criteria that might be considered for a scholarly waiver on publication fees for the "International Journal for Conventional and Non-Conventional Warfare":

1. Financial Hardship:

  • Limited Institutional Funding: If your institution or department has limited funds allocated for publication fees.
  • Personal Financial Constraints: If you're facing personal financial difficulties that significantly impact your ability to cover the publication costs.

2. Research Significance:

  • Groundbreaking Discoveries: If your research is groundbreaking or has significant implications for the field of conventional and non-conventional warfare.
  • Policy Relevance: If your findings have direct policy implications or can inform important decision-making processes.

3. Geographical Location:

  • Developing Countries: If you're based in a developing country or region with limited research infrastructure or funding.

4. Open Access Initiatives:

  • Institutional Agreements: If your institution has an agreement with the journal publisher that covers publication fees for open-access articles.
  • Funding Agency Requirements: If your research is funded by an agency that mandates open-access publication.

5. Author Contributions:

  • Extensive Review Process: If you've undergone an exceptionally rigorous peer review process or provided substantial revisions to the manuscript.
  • Editorial Assistance: If you've provided significant editorial assistance or contributed to the journal's development.

Application Process:

  1. Review Journal Guidelines: Carefully read the journal's submission guidelines and author instructions to identify any specific waiver criteria or application procedures.
  2. Prepare Supporting Documentation: Gather evidence to support your waiver request, such as letters from supervisors, funding agencies, or institutional authorities.
  3. Submit Waiver Request: Follow the journal's instructions to submit your waiver request along with the necessary supporting documents.