For many Iranian nationals currently in Germany, what began as a short visit, a business trip, or a family stay has become something far more serious. With active military conflict now engulfing Iran following US and Israeli strikes beginning on 28 February 2026, returning home is not simply difficult — for many people, it is [...]
Since the outbreak of war on 28 February 2026, consular operations in Tehran, which had already been severely strained, came to a complete standstill. The German Embassy in Tehran, which had been operating at sharply reduced capacity since the outbreak of hostilities between Iran and Israel in June 2025, has now suspended all visa [...]
Ten years ago, Dr. Tim Schlun and Aykut Elseven took the decisive step to establish their own law firm – driven by a clear vision of what modern legal counsel should embody and how they wanted to build trusted relationships with their clients. Since then, they have developed a practice that distinguishes itself not [...]
We are pleased to announce that Schlun & Elseven has received the Handelsblatt award as "Best Law Firm" in the practice area of employment law for 2025.Additionally, the head of our Employment Law Practice Group, Dr. Thomas Bichat, has once again received recognition as "Best Lawyer" in employment law.The award is based on an [...]
After weeks of negotiations, the Conservative-Social Democrat coalition (CDU/CSU - the Union - and SPD, often referred to as "Black-Red" due to their party colours) has agreed on key points for a new migration policy in their coalition agreement. This policy includes the rejection of asylum seekers at the borders, which should be carried [...]
Travel to the United Kingdom is about to change. Starting in April 2025, citizens of the European Union and other visa-exempt countries will no longer be able to enter the UK with just a valid passport. Instead, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) will be required before departure. Whether planning a holiday, visiting family, or [...]
Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, Denmark, and Finland have recently updated their travel advisories regarding travel to the United States. Tourists are therefore advised to strictly adhere to US travel regulations and be aware that there is no guarantee they will be allowed to enter the country, as the final entry permit is at [...]