U.S. Embassy & Consulate In New Zealand, Cook Islands And Niue
Recent News About U.S. Embassy & Consulate In New Zealand, Cook Islands And Niue
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U.S. Embassy in New Zealand opens applications for 2026 student intern program
The U.S. Embassy in Wellington and the U.S. Consulate General in Auckland are now accepting applications for their 2026 Foreign National Student Intern Program (FNSIP).
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U.S. Embassy in New Zealand opens online auction for surplus property
The U.S. Embassy in New Zealand has started an online auction for surplus government property.
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U.S. Embassy urges early ESTA application for FIFA World Cup 2026 travelers
Many travelers planning to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 are being reminded to arrange their Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) in advance.
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U.S. Consulate offers limited passport services in Cook Islands on December 2
The U.S. Consulate General in Auckland has announced that its Consular Section will offer passport acceptance services in Rarotonga, Cook Islands on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
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U.S. Mission issues weather alert as severe winds forecast for parts of New Zealand
Severe weather is forecast for southern and central New Zealand on Thursday, October 23, according to the U.S. Mission New Zealand, citing the country's MetService.
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U.S. Embassy urges earthquake preparedness ahead of New Zealand Shakeout drill
New Zealand will conduct its annual Shakeout earthquake drill at 9:30 am on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
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U.S. Embassy hosts innovation event to boost U.S.–New Zealand tech collaboration
The U.S. Embassy in Wellington hosted an innovation reception on September 19, bringing together entrepreneurs, game developers, technology founders, and investors from New Zealand with leaders from the Embassy.
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U.S. Department of State funds new round of Young Pacific Leaders small grants
The U.S. Department of State, in partnership with Cultural Vistas, has announced the recipients of the 2025 Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Small Grants Program.
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U.S. officials mark closer partnership with Cook Islands during official visit
The United States reinforced its engagement in the Pacific region during Chargé d’Affaires David Gehrenbeck’s first official visit to the Cook Islands.
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U.S. Embassy thanks Royal New Zealand Air Force for Antarctic medevac
The U.S. Embassy has publicly thanked the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) for a recent medical evacuation mission from McMurdo Station in Antarctica.
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FBI opens standalone attaché office in Wellington to expand law enforcement cooperation
The FBI has established a dedicated law enforcement attaché office in Wellington, New Zealand, marking a new phase in its partnership with the country.
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U.S.-New Zealand army partnership reaffirmed during General Clark's visit
General Ronald P. Clark, Commanding General of United States Army Pacific, concluded a visit to New Zealand, where he met with Chief of Army Major General Rose King and leaders of the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) in Wellington and Waiouru.
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Tsunami warning issued after major earthquake near Kamchatka
A magnitude 8.7 earthquake struck off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia, prompting the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center to issue a tsunami threat alert for all Pacific Islands. U.S. citizens in affected areas have been urged by the U.S. Consulate...
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State fair-inspired event marks 249 years of U.S. independence
This year, the 249th anniversary of American Independence was celebrated with a State Fair-themed event.
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U.S. consulate in Auckland hosts virtual town hall for citizens
The U.S. Consulate General in Auckland is organizing a virtual town hall for American citizens residing in New Zealand.
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USS Blue Ridge makes historic first-time port call in Wellington
The USS Blue Ridge, the flagship of the U.S. 7th Fleet, has arrived in Wellington, New Zealand for a port visit on May 16, 2025.
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U.S. Consulate General announces passport service days in Christchurch and Wellington
The U.S. Consulate General in Auckland has announced that its Consular Section will offer passport application acceptance services in Christchurch on June 25 and Wellington on June 26, 2025.
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E-1 and E-2 visa FAQs provide clarity on application process
Frequently asked questions about E-1 and E-2 visas were recently addressed, providing clarity on several aspects of these visa categories.
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Rubio discusses defense cooperation with New Zealand's Deputy PM Peters
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a meeting with New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters.
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USCGC Midgett reinforces U.S.-NZ partnership during Wellington port call
The USCGC MIDGETT (WMSL-757), a Legend-class national security cutter, recently docked in Wellington to reinforce the partnership between the United States and New Zealand.