El Paso ATF El Paso III Field Office – Hours & Info
DALLAS FIELD DIVISION
El Paso III
Field Office · 303 North Oregon, Suite 500, El Paso, TX
Field Office
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Location
Office NameEl Paso III
Address303 North Oregon, Suite 500
CityEl Paso
StateTX
ZIP Code
Classification
Office TypeField Office
Field DivisionDALLAS FIELD DIVISION
Parent AgencyATF (U.S. Dept. of Justice)
Directory IDad36db87-f9ad-4e71-b044-7e0d38791fb1
· El Paso, TX
About this office
El Paso III is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 303 North Oregon, Suite 500, El Paso, TX .
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including El Paso III.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in El Paso or across TX 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 El Paso III in El Paso, TX
This office
Where is El Paso III located?
El Paso III is located at 303 North Oregon, Suite 500, El Paso, TX . Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is El Paso III?
El Paso III is classified as a Field Office within the DALLAS 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 El Paso III?
The ZIP code for El Paso III in El Paso, TX is .
What city and state is El Paso III in?
El Paso III is in El Paso, TX.
How do I contact El Paso III?
Contact details for El Paso III aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at atf.gov or contact the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is El Paso III open to walk-in visitors?
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for El Paso III 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 El Paso III aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is El Paso III the same as ATF headquarters?
No. El Paso III is a Field Office under the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for El Paso III?
The directory ID for this listing is ad36db87-f9ad-4e71-b044-7e0d38791fb1.
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 DALLAS 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 DALLAS 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 El Paso III.
Is El Paso III 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 El Paso III fall under?
El Paso III is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the DALLAS 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 El Paso III 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 El Paso III directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does El Paso III issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)?
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as El Paso III typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does El Paso III handle explosives licensing?
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with El Paso III or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does El Paso III 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. El Paso III may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does El Paso III handle arson investigations?
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does El Paso III investigate illegal firearms trafficking?
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. El Paso III operates within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering El Paso, TX and the surrounding area.
Does El Paso III 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 El Paso III?
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 El Paso III coordinate with state and local law enforcement?
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including El Paso III, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is El Paso III different from a local police department?
El Paso III 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 El Paso III?
ATF field offices, including El Paso III, 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 El Paso III?
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. El Paso III and the DALLAS 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 El Paso III'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 El Paso, TX?
Yes. This directory lists other ATF offices in El Paso and across TX, within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about El Paso III?
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 El Paso III.
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