From Sattahip to Jomtien: The Essential Document Checklist for Expats and Businesses on the Eastern Seaboard (And Where to Get Perfect Prints)

If you live or operate a business anywhere in the Eastern Seaboard—from the naval bases of Sattahip up through the industrial hubs and residential areas of Jomtien and Pattaya—you know that bureaucratic processes are a constant reality. Whether you're dealing with the local Immigration office, renewing a work permit, or setting up a new company, the success often comes down to one thing: perfect paperwork.

Fumbling with mis-sized photos or uncertified photocopies means delays, fines, and wasted travel time. That's why making the short trip from Sattahip to our professional print shop in Jomtien—SSCOPY—is the highest-value investment you can make in your compliance process.

We don't just print; we print to regulation.

1. The Expat & Resident Checklist: Getting Compliant Prints

For foreign residents navigating Thai bureaucracy, your paperwork must be flawless. A standard printer often misses critical requirements, but SSCOPY specializes in the details that matter most to Immigration and the Ministry of Labour.

A. ID & Visa Photos: The Compliance Trap

Don't use an unqualified photo printing service. We know the difference between a standard passport photo and the specific requirements for Thai official documents:

• Work Permit Photos: Did you know that Work Permit applications (Form WP) often require photos sized 5x6 cm—not the typical 3.5x4.5 cm passport size? They also frequently require a full face and business attire. We stock the correct photo paper and ensure your print meets these specific size and background rules.
• Visa Photo Printing: Whether you need prints for a Non-Immigrant B, O-A Retirement, or the new EEC Visa, we guarantee the photo size, dimensions, and resolution are compliant, saving you a rejection stamp.

B. Official Document Copying: The Certification Requirement

Immigration and Government offices require certified copies, and their rules are strict.

• Passport Photocopies: You often need a clear photocopy of every page of your passport, even the blank ones. Each copy must then be signed by the applicant. We provide crisp, high-quality black and white printing that captures every stamp and detail clearly.
• Proof of Address: Documents like utility bills, rental contracts, or a Thai driving licence used to prove your current location in Jomtien or Sattahip must be clear and legible. Our professional service ensures your photocopies are clean enough to be accepted the first time.

2. The Business Owner's Critical Prints

For companies operating along the Eastern Seaboard, particularly those employing foreign staff, the volume and complexity of required prints escalate quickly.

• Work Permit Application Documents (The Employer's Side): Applying for or renewing an employee's work permit requires copious documentation from the employer: company registration, VAT certificate (Phor Por 20), shareholder lists, and tax filings (Phor Por 30). Our Solution: We handle large-volume document printing and photocopying, ensuring every page is perfectly legible.
• High-Volume Copying & Binding: Company documents often need to be bound or presented in a professional format for bank applications or tax submissions. We offer expert binding and professional full colour printing for charts, presentation materials, and official company profiles.

3. The Value Proposition: Why the Trip from Sattahip is Worth It

Why should you choose to travel a little further to visit SSCOPY in Jomtien instead of a closer, generic print shop in Sattahip? The answer is simple: We save you more time and money than you spend on the journey.

1. Guaranteed Compliance: A mistake on a visa photo or a messy photocopy of a Work Permit document can cost you a full day of travel and queuing at the Immigration office. We eliminate that risk because we know the specific Thai requirements.
2. Ultimate Convenience (Pre-Order): Maximize your travel efficiency! Use our online platform at https://www.sscopy.com/blog (or the main site) to upload all your files before you leave Sattahip. You can specify the paper type, photo size (5x6 cm, 4x6 cm, etc.), and binding options from your home or office.
3. Perfect Protection: Once you have critical documents, protecting them is essential. We offer fast, high-quality laminating service to shield important items like your Thai driving license or original education certificates from the elements and wear and tear.

Your time is valuable. Don't risk bureaucratic rejection with poor prints. Make the smart trip to the trusted printing experts who understand the compliance needs of the Sattahip and Jomtien community.

Come Visit SSCOPY in Jomtien Today!

We are ready to handle your most critical printing and copying needs. Stop by our shop for in-person service and expert advice, or prepare your order online for a lightning-fast pickup.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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