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The Houston Chronicle reports that recent changes to the duration of E-1 and E-2 visas have surprised Mexican nationals and their attorneys. According to those interviewed, as of February 22, 2010, E-1 and E-2 visas being issued to Mexican nationals are for a period of only one year (previously, such visas were issued with duration periods of between three and five years).
Reportedly the reduction occurred because Mexico only grants U.S. citizens one-year work visas, and the fees for these visas increased recently.