About this office
Phoenix IV is a Intelligence Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 40 N Central Ave, #1000, Phoenix, AZ 85004.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the PHOENIX FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Phoenix IV.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Phoenix or across AZ to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Phoenix IV in Phoenix, AZ
This office
Where is Phoenix IV located? +
Phoenix IV is located at 40 N Central Ave, #1000, Phoenix, AZ 85004. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Phoenix IV? +
Phoenix IV is classified as a Intelligence Field Office within the PHOENIX FIELD DIVISION.
What is a Intelligence 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 Phoenix IV? +
The ZIP code for Phoenix IV in Phoenix, AZ is 85004.
What city and state is Phoenix IV in? +
Phoenix IV is in Phoenix, AZ.
How do I contact Phoenix IV? +
Contact details for Phoenix IV aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
PHOENIX FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Phoenix IV open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Phoenix IV 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 Phoenix IV aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Phoenix IV the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Phoenix IV is a Intelligence Field Office under the PHOENIX FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Phoenix IV? +
The directory ID for this listing is 678f5f74-8cd4-4f9e-b19b-f202c3eab84d.
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 PHOENIX 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 PHOENIX 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 Phoenix IV.
Is Phoenix IV a law enforcement office or an administrative office? +
It's classified as a Intelligence Field Office. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Phoenix IV fall under? +
Phoenix IV is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the PHOENIX 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 Phoenix IV 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 Phoenix IV directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Phoenix IV issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Phoenix IV typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Phoenix IV handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Phoenix IV or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Phoenix IV 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. Phoenix IV may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Phoenix IV handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the PHOENIX FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Phoenix IV investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Phoenix IV operates within the PHOENIX FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding area.
Does Phoenix IV 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 Phoenix IV? +
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 Phoenix IV coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Phoenix IV, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Phoenix IV different from a local police department? +
Phoenix IV 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 Phoenix IV? +
ATF field offices, including Phoenix IV, 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 Phoenix IV? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Phoenix IV and the PHOENIX 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 Phoenix IV'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 Phoenix, AZ? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Phoenix and across
AZ, within the PHOENIX FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Phoenix IV? +
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 Phoenix IV.