About this office
Cheyenne is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 2120 Capitol Avenue,Room 3007, Cheyenne, WY 82001.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the DENVER FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Cheyenne.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Cheyenne or across WY to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Cheyenne in Cheyenne, WY
This office
Where is Cheyenne located? +
Cheyenne is located at 2120 Capitol Avenue,Room 3007, Cheyenne, WY 82001. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Cheyenne? +
Cheyenne is classified as a Field Office within the DENVER FIELD DIVISION.
What is a Field Office? +
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
What is the ZIP code for Cheyenne? +
The ZIP code for Cheyenne in Cheyenne, WY is 82001.
What city and state is Cheyenne in? +
Cheyenne is in Cheyenne, WY.
How do I contact Cheyenne? +
Contact details for Cheyenne aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
DENVER FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Cheyenne open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Cheyenne before making a trip.
What are typical ATF field office hours? +
Most ATF offices operate during standard federal business hours on weekdays, excluding federal holidays. Confirmed hours for Cheyenne aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Cheyenne the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Cheyenne is a Field Office under the DENVER FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Cheyenne? +
The directory ID for this listing is 5821328e-dcd2-49ad-963d-bc2735753b6a.
Office types & structure
What's the difference between a Field Office and a Satellite Office? +
A Field Office is typically the primary ATF presence for a metro area or state, with broader staffing and services. A Satellite Office extends a field division's coverage into additional cities, often with a smaller footprint reporting up to a field office or division office.
What's the difference between a Field Office and a Division Office? +
A Division Office serves as the administrative headquarters for an entire ATF field division, overseeing multiple field and satellite offices across a multi-state region. A Field Office is one of the offices reporting into that division.
Who runs the DENVER FIELD DIVISION? +
ATF field divisions are led by a Special Agent in Charge (SAC), who oversees all field and satellite offices within the division's territory.
What does the DENVER FIELD DIVISION cover? +
ATF field divisions oversee firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation across a multi-state or regional area, coordinating the field and satellite offices within that territory, including Cheyenne.
Is Cheyenne a law enforcement office or an administrative office? +
It's classified as a Field Office. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Cheyenne fall under? +
Cheyenne is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the DENVER FIELD DIVISION.
Is ATF part of the Department of Justice? +
Yes. ATF is a federal law enforcement agency within the U.S. Department of Justice.
Services & jurisdiction
Does Cheyenne handle firearms licensing? +
ATF field and satellite offices support Federal Firearms License (FFL) compliance and industry operations within their territory, though specific licensing services can vary by office. Contact Cheyenne directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Cheyenne issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Cheyenne typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Cheyenne handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Cheyenne or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Cheyenne handle NFA (National Firearms Act) applications? +
NFA applications (e.g. for suppressors or short-barreled rifles) are processed centrally through ATF's NFA Division rather than at individual field offices. Cheyenne may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Cheyenne handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the DENVER FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Cheyenne investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Cheyenne operates within the DENVER FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Cheyenne, WY and the surrounding area.
Does Cheyenne serve the general public or only licensees and industry? +
ATF offices generally serve both the public — for tips, records requests, and outreach — and regulated industry members such as FFL and explosives licensees, though the exact mix of services can vary by office.
Can I request public records from Cheyenne? +
Public records requests to ATF are generally handled through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request at atf.gov, rather than directly at an individual field or satellite office.
Does Cheyenne coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Cheyenne, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Cheyenne different from a local police department? +
Cheyenne is a federal office. ATF enforces federal firearms, explosives, and arson-related laws, and often works alongside — rather than in place of — state and local police.
Reporting & emergencies
Can I report a firearms-related crime to Cheyenne? +
ATF field offices, including Cheyenne, accept tips related to firearms trafficking and violent crime involving firearms. For an active emergency, contact local law enforcement or 911 first.
Can I report an explosives incident to Cheyenne? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Cheyenne and the DENVER FIELD DIVISION can be contacted for non-emergency reporting and follow-up on explosives-related incidents.
What should I do if I need ATF outside of Cheyenne's availability? +
For urgent matters outside normal availability, contact local law enforcement or 911 in an emergency, or reach ATF's national contact channels at atf.gov.
Nearby & verification
Are there other ATF offices near Cheyenne, WY? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Cheyenne and across
WY, within the DENVER FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Cheyenne? +
This listing is compiled from publicly available ATF office data. For current hours, phone numbers, and services, check the official ATF office locator at
atf.gov before visiting Cheyenne.