The Royal Society
Extends waivers to hybrid journals — rare among publishers. Uses its own "Open Access Equity" country list with 100+ countries, broader than most Research4Life-based lists.
Publisher policies checked 20 August 2026
| Classification | Own "Open Access Equity" list, 100+ countries including Ukraine, Serbia, Georgia |
|---|---|
| Scale | 10+ journals (multidisciplinary science) |
| APC range | £1,200–£3,000 |
| Which author counts | Corresponding author |
| Hybrid | Yes — all Royal Society journals |
| How it is applied | Automatic, plus a discretionary need-based route |
What this means for authors
Extends waivers to hybrid journals — rare among publishers. Uses its own "Open Access Equity" country list with 100+ countries, broader than most Research4Life-based lists.
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- The Royal Society — waiver / APC policy
- Checked
- 20 August 2026