Extension Of Short Validity Passport In cases, where the passport has been issued valid for one year or for a limited period a passport can be extended up to the normal validity of 10 years. For this, "Application Form for Extension of Short Validity Passport”, along with two photographs should be submitted. In such cases, the validity will be extended only on receipt of clearance from the original Passport Issuing Authority. No fee is required in this case except for a $20 as reference charges and the mailing charges. Applicants should make enquiries only after thirty days from the date of submission of the application The applicants are requested to visit FAQ Section on our Website for any Visa and Passport related clarification. For any further clarification please write to us at e-mail address: vccons@indconjoburg.co.za . Phone calls to the Consulate may be avoided as the Consulate has difficulty in answering the spate of phone calls received everyday.