Jolo Postal Codes: 7400 | Sulu, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

Key Facts

Jolo is the capital municipality of the province of Sulu, located in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao in the southern Philippines. Situated on the island of Jolo, which is part of the Sulu Archipelago, this municipality serves as the political, economic, and cultural center of the province. Jolo occupies a strategic position in the southwestern part of the Philippines, approximately 950 kilometers south of Manila, and functions as a vital hub connecting the various islands of the Sulu Sea region. With an estimated population of around 130,000 people spread across approximately 126 square kilometers, Jolo maintains a significant urban center despite its island location. The municipality is administratively divided into 8 barangays, which serve as the fundamental local government units. As the provincial capital, Jolo hosts important government offices, educational institutions including Mindanao State University, and serves as a commercial center for the surrounding areas. Visitors to our website can access detailed postal code information for all of Jolo's barangays to facilitate accurate addressing and mail delivery throughout this important municipality.