What is the tower frequency at ESSV?

The tower frequency at Visby is 120.3 MHz.

Does ESSV require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Visby (Sweden).

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Visby

Visby (ESSV/VBY) serves Visby, Sweden. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (03/21, 10/28). Field elevation is 164 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: ESSV
Name: Visby
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 57.6628
Longitude: 18.346201
Elevation: 164 ft
Country: Sweden
Municipality: Visby
IATA Code: VBY
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Stockholm
Distance from City: 4.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03/21

Designation: 03/21
Dimensions: 6562 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 10/28

Designation: 10/28
Dimensions: 3611 X 131
Surface: GRS
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 120.300 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.swedavia.com/visby/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: SEK 40-65 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge SEK 350
Parking Fee: SEK 5-10 per tonne MTOW per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: SEK
Remarks: Swedish VAT (moms) at 25% on domestic services.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available during airport operating hours.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available for piston aircraft. May require advance notice at smaller airfields.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Minimum Chapter 3 compliance required. No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

ESKN

ICAO: ESKN
Name: Skavsta
Distance (NM): 81.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

ESSP

ICAO: ESSP
Name: Kungsangen
Distance (NM): 86.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

ESMQ

ICAO: ESMQ
Name: Kalmar
Distance (NM): 89.1
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

ESSL

ICAO: ESSL
Name: Saab
Distance (NM): 95.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

Airport Services

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Sweden Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 72 hours before activity
Landing Lead Time: 72 hours before activity

Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights by EU/EEA aircraft generally do not require specific permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Nearby Airports

ESVB Bunge Private Airport 25 NM ESMZ Ölanda Airport 46 NM ESSW Västervik Airport 59 NM ESFS Sandvik Airport 60 NM ESMO Oskarshamn Airport 62 NM ESVE Stegeborg 72 NM ESMB Borglanda Airport 73 NM ESKN Skavsta 81 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at ESSV?: The tower frequency at Visby is 120.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at ESSV?: Visby offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does ESSV require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Visby (Sweden).

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