About this office
Fort Worth is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 6000 Western Place, Suite 400, Fort Worth, TX 76102.
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 Fort Worth.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Fort Worth or across TX to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Fort Worth in Fort Worth, TX
This office
Where is Fort Worth located? +
Fort Worth is located at 6000 Western Place, Suite 400, Fort Worth, TX 76102. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Fort Worth? +
Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth? +
The ZIP code for Fort Worth in Fort Worth, TX is 76102.
What city and state is Fort Worth in? +
Fort Worth is in Fort Worth, TX.
How do I contact Fort Worth? +
Contact details for Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Fort Worth the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth? +
The directory ID for this listing is 6b44f47a-0388-4d64-bd6a-2c2fae16f983.
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 Fort Worth.
Is Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth fall under? +
Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Fort Worth issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Fort Worth typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Fort Worth handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Fort Worth or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Fort Worth 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. Fort Worth may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Fort Worth operates within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding area.
Does Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth? +
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 Fort Worth coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Fort Worth, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Fort Worth different from a local police department? +
Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth? +
ATF field offices, including Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth'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 Fort Worth, TX? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Fort Worth and across
TX, within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Fort Worth? +
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 Fort Worth.