Four new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in south Auckland. As a result, the city of Auckland will be moving to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand will be moving to Alert Level 2 effective 12:00pm (noon) on Wednesday, August 12, effective for three days.
As a result, the U.S. Consulate General Auckland will be closed through Friday, August 14. If you have an appointment scheduled over the next three days, please plan to reschedule. Visit our website for information on re-scheduling your appointment.
The New Zealand Herald has a summary of this news story and outlines the activities allowed under Alert Levels 2 and 3.
Actions to Take
Visit the Department of State Covid-19 crisis page for the latest information
Visit the New Zealand Covid-19 website for the most up to date information in New Zealand
Consult the CDC website for accurate, up to date information
For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting or transmitting Covid-19, please read the CDC’s latest recommendations
Consult your airline, cruise line, or other travel operator regarding any updated information about your travel plans and/or restrictions
Visit the United States Embassy in New Zealand website for updated information
Visit the Department of Homeland Security website for the latest travel restrictions to the United States
Visit the U.S. Department of State COVID-19 Answers Portal.
Assistance
U.S. Consulate General Auckland, Level 3, Citigroup Building, 23 Customs Street East, Auckland 1010
Contact information: +64 09 303 2724, AucklandACS@state.gov
State Department Consular Affairs: +1 888-407-4747 or +1 202-501-4444
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