How long does the publication process take?
Updated 27 June 2026 · for-authors · timelines · submission
We aim for a fast, predictable timeline.
Current averages
| Stage | Average |
|---|---|
| Submission → first decision | 10.9 days |
| Submission → acceptance | 4.8 months |
| Acceptance → online publication | 8.8 days |
Total: roughly five months from submission to online publication for a manuscript that comes through review in one or two rounds.
The most recent (and authoritative) figures are always at https://advances.in/psychology/.
What can slow things down
- Reviewer availability in your specific area.
- Number of revision rounds. Most accepted papers go through at least two rounds of revision.
- Incomplete submissions. Missing ethics statements, formatting, or anonymisation can return your paper before peer review starts.
If you need to know whether your paper is on track, contact us with your submission ID.