Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to publish?

Nothing. See Open access, license and copyright.

In which languages can I submit?

Portuguese, English or Spanish. Title, abstract and keywords are mandatory in all three.

What do I need to submit?

The anonymized .docx manuscript in the template, and the submission requirements ticked in step 1 of the system. See the quick guide in Author guidelines.

Why was my manuscript returned at screening?

Most often: file not anonymized, missing ORCID, abstract over 200 words, reference without online access or manuscript outside the template. The letter lists each item; the corrected version is due within 7 days.

How long does review take?

Each stage has a deadline: 2 weeks per reviewer after accepting, 7 days for authors to reply to each letter and 3 days for the proof. See Editorial workflow.

How do I follow my submission?

In the journal system, on your account dashboard. Every decision is e-mailed to the corresponding author.

Do I receive the reviews?

Reviewers' comments are combined with the editorial decision in a single letter, organized point by point.

Can I appeal a decision?

Yes, 1 appeal per decision, within 7 days. See Peer review policy.

Can I withdraw my submission?

Yes, before publication, by writing to editorchefe.jhi@sbis.org.br.

Can the manuscript be on a preprint server?

Yes. Report it in the submission comments. See Preprints and research data.

May I use AI to write?

Yes, as support, with a mandatory declaration. See Artificial intelligence policy.

My paper was accepted at CBIS. Will it be published?

Full papers accepted at CBIS 2026 are published in a dedicated section, provided they meet the journal's rules. See Calls and special sections.

Updated on 20 October 2026.