Palawan Postal Codes: 5300 to 5324 | Mimaropa

Key Facts

Palawan is a province in the Philippines, forming the westernmost part of the Mimaropa region. Located between the South China Sea to the northwest and the Sulu Sea to the southeast, this elongated archipelago province stretches southwest toward Borneo, serving as a crucial ecological and geographical bridge between the Philippine archipelago and the rest of Southeast Asia. With a land area of approximately 14,649.73 square kilometers, Palawan is the largest province in the Philippines by total area of jurisdiction, encompassing the main island of Palawan along with 1,780 smaller islands and islets. The province is divided into 23 municipalities and one highly urbanized city, Puerto Princesa, which serves as its capital. Known for its remarkable biodiversity and pristine natural landscapes, Palawan has been frequently cited as one of the world's best islands and is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park and the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park. The province's population of approximately 1.1 million people (as of 2020) enjoys a tropical climate and an economy driven by tourism, agriculture, and fishing. To access detailed postal code information for any of Palawan's municipalities or barangays, visitors can explore our comprehensive database of Philippine locations.