About this office
Fairview Heights II (IO) FO is a IO Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 333 Salem Place, Suite 225, Fairview Heights, IL .
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the CHICAGO FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Fairview Heights II (IO) FO.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Fairview Heights or across IL to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Fairview Heights II (IO) FO in Fairview Heights, IL
This office
Where is Fairview Heights II (IO) FO located? +
Fairview Heights II (IO) FO is located at 333 Salem Place, Suite 225, Fairview Heights, IL . Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
Fairview Heights II (IO) FO is classified as a IO Field Office within the CHICAGO FIELD DIVISION.
What is a IO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
The ZIP code for Fairview Heights II (IO) FO in Fairview Heights, IL is .
What city and state is Fairview Heights II (IO) FO in? +
Fairview Heights II (IO) FO is in Fairview Heights, IL.
How do I contact Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
Contact details for Fairview Heights II (IO) FO aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
CHICAGO FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Fairview Heights II (IO) FO open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Fairview Heights II (IO) FO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Fairview Heights II (IO) FO the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Fairview Heights II (IO) FO is a IO Field Office under the CHICAGO FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
The directory ID for this listing is f11f63b8-b93f-4fe9-8428-550cae824532.
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 CHICAGO 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 CHICAGO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO.
Is Fairview Heights II (IO) FO a law enforcement office or an administrative office? +
It's classified as a IO Field Office. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Fairview Heights II (IO) FO fall under? +
Fairview Heights II (IO) FO is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the CHICAGO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Fairview Heights II (IO) FO issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Fairview Heights II (IO) FO typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Fairview Heights II (IO) FO handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Fairview Heights II (IO) FO or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Fairview Heights II (IO) FO 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. Fairview Heights II (IO) FO may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Fairview Heights II (IO) FO handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the CHICAGO FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Fairview Heights II (IO) FO investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Fairview Heights II (IO) FO operates within the CHICAGO FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Fairview Heights, IL and the surrounding area.
Does Fairview Heights II (IO) FO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Fairview Heights II (IO) FO, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Fairview Heights II (IO) FO different from a local police department? +
Fairview Heights II (IO) FO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
ATF field offices, including Fairview Heights II (IO) FO, 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Fairview Heights II (IO) FO and the CHICAGO 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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO'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 Fairview Heights, IL? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Fairview Heights and across
IL, within the CHICAGO FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Fairview Heights II (IO) FO? +
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 Fairview Heights II (IO) FO.