Banking Law Journal (BLJ) is committed to the unrestricted dissemination of high-quality scholarly research in the fields of banking law, financial regulation, corporate governance, financial markets, and related interdisciplinary domains. In support of the global advancement of knowledge, BLJ follows an Open Access publishing model, ensuring that all published content is freely and permanently accessible to researchers, practitioners, policymakers, institutions, and the wider public without subscription or access barriers.

We believe that the unrestricted exchange of scholarly knowledge is fundamental to the advancement of research, legal scholarship, and evidence-based policymaking. Accordingly, all articles published in BLJ are made immediately and permanently available online, enabling readers worldwide to access, read, download, reproduce, and distribute scholarly content without subscription barriers. While published works remain subject to applicable copyright protections, authors retain appropriate recognition for their intellectual contributions, and users are required to provide proper attribution when citing or utilizing published material.

The Open Access publishing model adopted by BLJ supports the broader dissemination and practical application of research in banking law, financial regulation, and related disciplines. By removing barriers to access, BLJ promotes engagement between scholars, legal practitioners, financial institutions, regulators, and policymakers across jurisdictions. This approach facilitates the exchange of ideas, encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthens the contribution of academic research to legal development, regulatory reform, and informed decision-making within the global financial sector.

To support the editorial, peer-review, production, and publication processes associated with Open Access publishing, BLJ may levy an Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted manuscripts. These charges contribute to maintaining the quality, integrity, and sustainability of the publication process and may be covered by authors, their affiliated institutions, research sponsors, or funding agencies. Details regarding applicable publication fees, waivers, and payment procedures are available through the Journal’s submission guidelines.

As a fully digital publication, BLJ also benefits from the efficiencies of online scholarly publishing, enabling the rapid processing and dissemination of accepted manuscripts. Following successful peer review and editorial acceptance, articles are published online at the earliest opportunity, ensuring the timely communication of significant legal and financial research to the global academic and professional community. Through this commitment to accessibility, quality, and timely publication, BLJ seeks to maximize the reach and impact of scholarly contributions in banking law and related disciplines.