Sabtang Postal Codes: 3904 | Batanes, Cagayan Valley

Key Facts

Sabtang is a municipality located in the Batanes province of the Philippines, forming one of the three inhabited islands within the Batanes archipelago. Situated southwest of the main Batan Island, Sabtang is separated by the Balintang Channel and serves as the southernmost inhabited municipality in the province. The municipality covers approximately 40.7 square kilometers and has a population of around 1,700 residents according to recent census data. Sabtang is administratively divided into six barangays: Chavayan, Malakdang, Nakanmuan, Savidug, Sumnanga, and the poblacion of Sinakan. The island is renowned for its well-preserved traditional Ivatan stone houses, some dating back to the 19th century, which feature thick limestone walls and cogon grass roofs designed to withstand the region's frequent typhoons. Sabtang's rugged coastline, dramatic cliffs, and traditional fishing villages offer visitors a glimpse into authentic Ivatan culture. The island was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage tentative site in 2006 for its cultural landscape significance. To access detailed postal code information for Sabtang's six barangays and facilitate mail delivery across this remote island municipality, comprehensive location data is available through our postal services platform.