Submissions

The International Journal of Central Banking (IJCB) invites submissions of full-length articles, shorter articles or "notes".

The journal's primary objectives are to disseminate widely the best policy-relevant and applied research on central banking and to promote communication among researchers both inside and outside of central banks. The editors welcome manuscripts for consideration from central bank staff and other researchers.

The editors seek manuscripts of high analytical quality on the theory and/or practice of central banking, with special emphasis on research bearing on monetary and financial stability. Topic areas of published research may include but are not limited to:

  • macroeconomics
  • monetary economics
  • econometric modeling
  • finance and capital markets
  • banking and financial intermediation
  • analysis of payments systems
  • prudential regulation and supervision
  • issues relating to domestic and international financial stability
  • general international finance

On occasion, the journal may also commission surveys of important developing areas of research.

Journal submission guidelines

Manuscripts are accepted for review with the understanding that the submission has been approved by all of the authors and that the submission is not currently under review at another publication.

The International Journal of Central Banking accepts electronic submissions only. There is no submission fee.

Manuscripts must be written in English and should be submitted with a concise abstract.

Submissions should be double-spaced, except for references, footnotes, and legends, which should be single-spaced.

Tables and figures should be collected at the end of the manuscript. When preparing tables and figures, authors should also keep in mind the size of the Journal (6" x 9") and the fact that very large tables and figures may be difficult to portray in this format.

The Journal does not normally publish manuscripts longer than 40 pages, including references, tables and figures.

Electronic submission

Authors may submit manuscripts online via the link below:

Submit online

All manuscript files should be double-spaced. Portable Document Format files (PDF) are preferred. However, you may also submit online in MS Word (DOC), WordPerfect (WPD), or as files produced using LaTeX (TEX).

Abstract instructions

Authors should place the abstract on the title page of the manuscript. The abstract should be an overview of the manuscript, including JEL codes, but excluding references and equations. Please limit the abstract to 100 words.

Editorial process

After you submit your article online, you will receive:

  • An automatic e-mail acknowledgment that your electronic submission has been received. The file will be inspected to make sure it is readable before it is assigned for further review.
  • A second e-mail confirmation after the IJCB staff has verified that your uploaded paper is readable and manuscript assigned to a co-editor who will be in charge of making the decision to publish. At that time your manuscript will be assigned a manuscript ID number, which you can refer to in subsequent correspondence with the journal regarding your submission. You also will be given information on how you can check the status of your submission.
  • In addition to the co-editor, referees may be assigned to review and comment on your submission. Normally you should expect to wait about eight weeks before referees have returned reports and a decision can be made.

The co-editor will contact you via e-mail with the decision to accept, decline, or return the manuscript for revision. Copies of the referee report(s) will be forwarded with the decision letter.

Quick-Screen Procedure: In the interest of avoiding unnecessary editorial delays and conserving reviewing resources, the IJCB will retain the option, within one month of submission, of determining that a manuscript is unlikely to be appropriate for the journal, without sending it to other referees. "Appropriateness" may reflect the fit of the manuscript with the journal's objectives, the Editors' assessment of quality or originality, or other factors. The decision to reject under the quick-screen procedure cannot be appealed.

Guidelines for Authors: Responsible Use of Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies

Generative AI and AI-assisted tools ("AI Tools") can enhance research efficiency by helping authors synthesise literature, explore research trends, identify gaps, and improve writing clarity. While these technologies can support manuscript preparation, their use must remain ethical and transparent. AI Tools cannot replace human expertise, judgement, or responsibility. IJCB Authors are fully accountable for their work and must:

  • Verify accuracy and objectivity of all AI-generated material, including checking sources and correcting errors or fabrications.
  • Revise AI outputs to ensure the manuscript reflects the authors’ original analysis, insights, and intellectual contributions.
  • Disclose AI use clearly at submission, specifying the tools used and their purpose.
  • Comply with legal and ethical standards, including data privacy, intellectual property, and tool-specific terms of use.

Responsible Use of AI Tools

Authors must review the terms and conditions of any AI Tool to protect the confidentiality of their data, including unpublished manuscripts. Personally identifiable or sensitive information should never be shared with such systems. AI-generated images must not imitate copyrighted works, real individuals, or branded products. Authors are responsible for validating all generated content and assessing it for bias or inaccuracies.

AI Tools should only access user data for providing the requested service. Authors must ensure that no rights are granted to use their materials for AI training and that no publication restrictions are imposed on AI-generated outputs.

Disclosure of AI Use

All AI involvement in manuscript preparation must be disclosed in a dedicated statement at submission, which will also appear in the published paper. This statement should identify the AI Tool, describe how it was used, and clarify the level of human oversight. Transparent reporting promotes trust and compliance with ethical publishing standards.

Routine grammar or spelling checks do not require disclosure, but AI use during research must be described in the methods section.

Authorship Responsibilities

AI Tools cannot be listed or cited as authors. Authorship requires accountability, approval of the final version, and consent for submission—duties that only humans can perform. Authors must ensure originality, respect for third-party rights, and adherence to ethical standards. All listed authors should meet authorship criteria and accept responsibility for the integrity of the work.

Conference submissions

The International Journal of Central Banking (IJCB) annual research conference brings together leading economists from central banks and academic institutions to consider issues of critical importance for policymaking focusing on topics related to financial stability and monetary policy.