Limasawa Postal Codes, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas Philippines

The postal code for Limasawa is 6618 in Eastern Visayas, Southern Leyte, Philippines. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Limasawa.

Limasawa on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Limasawa municipalities in Philippines. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Limasawa

Key Facts

Limasawa is a 5th class municipality and island located in the province of Southern Leyte, within the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Situated in the southern part of the Philippine archipelago, Limasawa is a small island municipality positioned off the southern tip of Leyte Island, approximately 10 kilometers from the mainland. This historic island covers a total land area of about 6.98 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 6,200 people according to recent census data. As a municipality, Limasawa is divided into six barangays: Cabulihan, Lugsongan, Magallanes, San Agustin, San Bernardo, and Triana. The island holds immense historical significance as the site of the first Catholic Mass in the Philippines, celebrated on March 31, 1521, by Ferdinand Magellan's expedition, marking the introduction of Christianity to the archipelago. Today, Limasawa remains an important pilgrimage site and tourist destination, known for its pristine beaches, rich marine biodiversity, and cultural heritage. For residents and visitors seeking postal services, accurate postal code information is available for each of Limasawa's six barangays to facilitate efficient mail delivery and communication.