Des Moines ATF Des Moines Field Office – Hours & Info
KANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION
Des Moines
Field Office · 210 Walnut, Room 707, Des Moines, IA 50309
Field Office
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Location
Office NameDes Moines
Address210 Walnut, Room 707
CityDes Moines
StateIA
ZIP Code50309
Classification
Office TypeField Office
Field DivisionKANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION
Parent AgencyATF (U.S. Dept. of Justice)
Directory ID57606418-9393-41da-a002-53faf8864f05
50309 · Des Moines, IA
About this office
Des Moines is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 210 Walnut, Room 707, Des Moines, IA 50309.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the KANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Des Moines.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Des Moines or across IA to find the closest location to you.
What ATF field offices generally handle
Firearms trafficking & violent crime
Investigating illegal firearms trafficking, straw purchases, and firearms used in violent crime.
FFL & industry compliance
Supporting compliance inspections and outreach for Federal Firearms Licensees within the territory.
Explosives regulation
Licensing compliance and investigation involving explosive materials and devices.
Arson investigation
Investigating suspected arson, often jointly with state and local fire/law enforcement.
Alcohol & tobacco diversion
Addressing illegal trafficking and diversion of alcohol and tobacco products.
Task force coordination
Working with state and local law enforcement on joint investigations and task forces.
Exact services handled on-site can vary by office type and location. Confirm specifics with this office or at atf.gov before visiting for a particular matter.
Frequently asked questions
About Des Moines in Des Moines, IA
This office
Where is Des Moines located?
Des Moines is located at 210 Walnut, Room 707, Des Moines, IA 50309. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Des Moines?
Des Moines is classified as a Field Office within the KANSAS CITY 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 Des Moines?
The ZIP code for Des Moines in Des Moines, IA is 50309.
What city and state is Des Moines in?
Des Moines is in Des Moines, IA.
How do I contact Des Moines?
Contact details for Des Moines aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at atf.gov or contact the KANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Des Moines open to walk-in visitors?
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Des Moines 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 Des Moines aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Des Moines the same as ATF headquarters?
No. Des Moines is a Field Office under the KANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Des Moines?
The directory ID for this listing is 57606418-9393-41da-a002-53faf8864f05.
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 KANSAS CITY 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 KANSAS CITY 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 Des Moines.
Is Des Moines 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 Des Moines fall under?
Des Moines is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the KANSAS CITY 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Des Moines issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)?
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Des Moines typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Des Moines handle explosives licensing?
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Des Moines or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Des Moines 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. Des Moines may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Des Moines handle arson investigations?
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the KANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Des Moines investigate illegal firearms trafficking?
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Des Moines operates within the KANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Des Moines, IA and the surrounding area.
Does Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
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 Des Moines coordinate with state and local law enforcement?
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Des Moines, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Des Moines different from a local police department?
Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
ATF field offices, including Des Moines, 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 Des Moines?
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Des Moines and the KANSAS CITY 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 Des Moines'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 Des Moines, IA?
Yes. This directory lists other ATF offices in Des Moines and across IA, within the KANSAS CITY FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Des Moines?
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 Des Moines.
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Listing 57606418-9393-41da-a002-53faf8864f05 is compiled from publicly available ATF office data. Address, classification, and jurisdiction details can change without notice — confirm current information at atf.gov before visiting or relying on this listing. This is an independent directory and is not an official ATF or DOJ website.
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