We are the IVBF –
the interest group
for catering, accommodation
and Leisure e.V.

Not only do we want to stand by your side nationwide, strong and with modern visions, but we also want to offer you a clear, contemporary platform with everything and for everything that moves you.

You want to exchange information about all questions in your professional life? Do you have a legal concern that is burning under your nails? You want to sell a sink, are urgently looking for bar staff or don’t know how to design your menu? Then you’ve come to the right place!

The memberships of the IVBF

Easy booking of membership possible without credit card.

Base –
Membership IVBF

4,99 €*

monthly

Use of all member tools on the IVBF site

  • Forum/Chatroom for all members 24/7

  • Legal Question Tool (Our contract lawyers will respond within 3 business days)

  • Bulletin board

Most booked

Premium –
Membership IVBF

19,99 €*

monthly

Use of all member tools on the IVBF site

  • Forum/Chatroom for all members 24/7

  • Legal Question Tool (Our contract lawyers will respond within 3 business days)

  • Bulletin board

  • Legal notice safe imprint (examination by our contract lawyers)

  • Cookie banner (with 15,000 page views – free quota)
  • Legal support (free initial assessment via e-mail or 15-minute phone call on how to proceed with warning letters (active and passive), trademark applications, general Questions about competition, copyright + trademark law, website + social media presence in general. legally compliant advertising by our contract lawyers)
  • Special conditions for members with our contract attorneys in all cases mentioned under point 3 in case of assignment

Premium Plus –
Membership IVBF

49,99 €*

monthly

Use of all member tools on the IVBF site

  • Forum/Chatroom for all members 24/7

  • Legal Question Tool (Our contract lawyers will respond within 3 business days)

  • Bulletin board

  • Cookie banner (with 15,000 page views – free quota)

  • Legal notice safe imprint (examination by our contract lawyers)
  • Legal support (free initial assessment via e-mail or 15-minute phone call on how to proceed with warning letters (active and passive), trademark applications, general Questions about competition, copyright + trademark law, website + social media presence in general. legally compliant advertising by our contract lawyers)
  • Legal representation in case of a warning, also retroactive & in case of self-infliction. Judicial representation if there is a likelihood of success.
  • Complete legal review of a website, flyer or menu. If the audit is successful: award of the „Legally Secure“ association seal.
  • Special conditions for members with our contract attorneys in all cases mentioned under point 3 in case of assignment.

*All prices are exclusive of 19% VAT and membership fees are paid annually.

Your seal of approval

After successful testing of your website, the association seal “Legally Secure Website” is awarded. Once your menu or flyer has been successfully checked, you will also receive the “Legally compliant menu” or “Legally compliant flyer” seal of approval.

News

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  • “The pictures? I just got them off the Internet.”

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  • Corona, Corona, Corona!

    You can't hear it anymore either and the constantly changing restrictions and specifications make life difficult for you? So that you don't stand behind your counter every day with an [...]

Bulletin board

All memberships include the use of the bulletin board. This allows you to reach your target group easily and flexibly within the industry. Whether it’s equipment, personnel or services related to your business, you’ll find everything you’re looking for here with us.

Forum

Our forum is your virtual space for sharing thoughts, experiences and opinions. Meet like-minded people, make valuable contacts and gain new insights. The forum allows you to share your concerns, learn from others, and receive support. Share your expertise and benefit from the knowledge of IVBF members.