About this office
Nashville VI is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 302 Innovation Dr., Nashville, TN 37067.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the NASHVILLE FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Nashville VI.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Nashville or across TN to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Nashville VI in Nashville, TN
This office
Where is Nashville VI located? +
Nashville VI is located at 302 Innovation Dr., Nashville, TN 37067. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Nashville VI? +
Nashville VI is classified as a Field Office within the NASHVILLE 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 Nashville VI? +
The ZIP code for Nashville VI in Nashville, TN is 37067.
What city and state is Nashville VI in? +
Nashville VI is in Nashville, TN.
How do I contact Nashville VI? +
Contact details for Nashville VI aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
NASHVILLE FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Nashville VI open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Nashville VI 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 Nashville VI aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Nashville VI the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Nashville VI is a Field Office under the NASHVILLE FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Nashville VI? +
The directory ID for this listing is 65953f93-6f59-4c7b-bd2d-4e6cb6154e92.
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 NASHVILLE 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 NASHVILLE 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 Nashville VI.
Is Nashville VI 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 Nashville VI fall under? +
Nashville VI is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the NASHVILLE 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 Nashville VI 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 Nashville VI directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Nashville VI issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Nashville VI typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Nashville VI handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Nashville VI or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Nashville VI 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. Nashville VI may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Nashville VI handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the NASHVILLE FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Nashville VI investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Nashville VI operates within the NASHVILLE FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Nashville, TN and the surrounding area.
Does Nashville VI 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 Nashville VI? +
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 Nashville VI coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Nashville VI, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Nashville VI different from a local police department? +
Nashville VI 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 Nashville VI? +
ATF field offices, including Nashville VI, 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 Nashville VI? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Nashville VI and the NASHVILLE 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 Nashville VI'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 Nashville, TN? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Nashville and across
TN, within the NASHVILLE FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Nashville VI? +
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 Nashville VI.