About this office
Houston VI (IO) FO is a IO Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 5825 N. Sam Houston Pkwy W, Suite 300, Houston, 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 HOUSTON FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Houston VI (IO) FO.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Houston or across TX to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Houston VI (IO) FO in Houston, TX
This office
Where is Houston VI (IO) FO located? +
Houston VI (IO) FO is located at 5825 N. Sam Houston Pkwy W, Suite 300, Houston, TX . Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Houston VI (IO) FO? +
Houston VI (IO) FO is classified as a IO Field Office within the HOUSTON 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 Houston VI (IO) FO? +
The ZIP code for Houston VI (IO) FO in Houston, TX is .
What city and state is Houston VI (IO) FO in? +
Houston VI (IO) FO is in Houston, TX.
How do I contact Houston VI (IO) FO? +
Contact details for Houston VI (IO) FO aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
HOUSTON FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Houston VI (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 Houston VI (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 Houston VI (IO) FO aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Houston VI (IO) FO the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Houston VI (IO) FO is a IO Field Office under the HOUSTON FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Houston VI (IO) FO? +
The directory ID for this listing is ae6c8d74-0735-4b1f-8f63-f67f733260c1.
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 HOUSTON 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 HOUSTON 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 Houston VI (IO) FO.
Is Houston VI (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 Houston VI (IO) FO fall under? +
Houston VI (IO) FO is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the HOUSTON 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 Houston VI (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 Houston VI (IO) FO directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Houston VI (IO) FO issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Houston VI (IO) FO typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Houston VI (IO) FO handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Houston VI (IO) FO or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Houston VI (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. Houston VI (IO) FO may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Houston VI (IO) FO handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the HOUSTON FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Houston VI (IO) FO investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Houston VI (IO) FO operates within the HOUSTON FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Houston, TX and the surrounding area.
Does Houston VI (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 Houston VI (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 Houston VI (IO) FO coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Houston VI (IO) FO, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Houston VI (IO) FO different from a local police department? +
Houston VI (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 Houston VI (IO) FO? +
ATF field offices, including Houston VI (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 Houston VI (IO) FO? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Houston VI (IO) FO and the HOUSTON 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 Houston VI (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 Houston, TX? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Houston and across
TX, within the HOUSTON FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Houston VI (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 Houston VI (IO) FO.