Last week they announced they're open and processing again. The following is copied from their website.Does anyone know what’s happening with the Auckland embassy? According to the CEAC data they haven’t accepted any new cases in months. NZ is at the “orange” covid setting which means there’s no limit on indoor gatherings. Therefore, there is no reason why they shouldn’t be scheduling interviews.
UPDATE 4/14/22: Traffic light settings are now in place for all of Aotearoa. All of New Zealand is now at Orange
The U.S. Consulate General Auckland has resumed routine U.S. citizen services, including passports, reports of birth abroad, and other routine services. Wait times are lengthy given that our section has been closed for most of the past 8 months.
Visa Services:
The U.S. Consulate General Auckland has resumed routine appointments requiring in-person interviews for all immigrant and non-immigrant visa applicants.