About the Journal
The MAC Law Review is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal dedicated to advancing academic and policy-oriented research on the law and governance of migration, asylum, and citizenship. The Journal provides an international platform for critical dialogue on how legal systems, institutions, and policies shape the rights and mobility of individuals across borders.
Founded with a commitment to intellectual independence and scholarly excellence, MAC Law Review publishes original, high-quality research exploring the intersections of law, policy, and human rights in national, regional, and global contexts. It encourages analytical, doctrinal, and empirical works that deepen understanding of the legal, social, and political dimensions of human mobility.
Aims and Scope
MAC Law Review promotes multidisciplinary and comparative research examining the legal and policy frameworks that govern migration management, refugee protection, and citizenship regulation. The Journal welcomes contributions addressing topics such as:
- Migration law and policy (national and international)
- Refugee law and asylum procedures
- Statelessness and nationality law
- Border governance and mobility control
- Human rights implications of migration regimes
- Citizenship acquisition, loss, and dual nationality
- Comparative immigration enforcement
- Regional and international cooperation in migration governance
By bridging legal analysis with empirical and policy inquiry, the MAC Law Review aims to inform both academic debates and practical policymaking in the fields of migration and citizenship law.
Editorial Policy and Review Process
The Journal operates a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure scholarly quality, originality, and ethical integrity. Its international Editorial Board consists of distinguished scholars and practitioners specialising in migration, asylum, and citizenship law.
MAC Law Review maintains editorial independence and a commitment to academic inclusivity and open access, ensuring that published research remains freely available to scholars, policymakers, and the public without financial or institutional barriers.
Publication Standards
All submissions must meet the following publication criteria:
- Relevance: Research must align with the Journal’s thematic focus on migration, asylum, and citizenship law.
- Originality: Manuscripts must present novel insights that make meaningful contributions to existing scholarship.
- Methodological Soundness: Analytical frameworks must be rigorous and transparent.
- Clarity: Manuscripts must be well-structured and written in clear, professional English.
- Ethical Compliance: Research must adhere to human rights and confidentiality standards.
Types of Publications
MAC Law Review publishes a diverse range of scholarly outputs, including:
- Research Articles
- Case Notes and Commentaries
- Policy and Legal Analyses
- Legislative and Judicial Reviews
- Book Reviews and Thematic Essays
- Special Issues and Symposium Papers
This variety reflects the evolving landscape of migration and citizenship law, promoting both theoretical and practice-oriented discussions.
Audience and Impact
The Journal serves an international readership of academics, legal practitioners, policymakers, researchers, judges, and civil society actors. By linking legal scholarship with policy relevance, MAC Law Review contributes to informed decision-making and intellectual exchange in global migration and citizenship governance.
Open Access, Copyright, and Archiving
MAC Law Review is a fully open-access publication operating under the principle that research should be freely available to all. Authors retain copyright of their work and license it under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction, provided the original author and source are credited.
To ensure long-term preservation and accessibility, the Journal participates in both LOCKSS and CLOCKSS archiving systems, guaranteeing the permanent availability of its published content.
History and Sponsorship
The MAC Law Review was founded as an independent scholarly initiative under Teebrook Publications, committed to fostering a global, inclusive forum for critical engagement with migration, asylum, and citizenship law. The Journal operates without political or institutional influence and maintains complete editorial autonomy.
Privacy Statement
All personal information collected by the Journal—such as names, email addresses, and institutional affiliations—is used exclusively for editorial and publication purposes and will not be shared with third parties, in accordance with ethical publishing and data protection standards.
