About this office
Seattle Shop is a Shop of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 2200 Lind Ave, SW BLDG A Ste 100, Renton, WA .
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Seattle Shop.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Renton or across WA to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Seattle Shop in Renton, WA
This office
Where is Seattle Shop located? +
Seattle Shop is located at 2200 Lind Ave, SW BLDG A Ste 100, Renton, WA . Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Seattle Shop? +
Seattle Shop is classified as a Shop within the SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION.
What is a Shop? +
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 Seattle Shop? +
The ZIP code for Seattle Shop in Renton, WA is .
What city and state is Seattle Shop in? +
Seattle Shop is in Renton, WA.
How do I contact Seattle Shop? +
Contact details for Seattle Shop aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Seattle Shop open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Seattle Shop 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 Seattle Shop aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Seattle Shop the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Seattle Shop is a Shop under the SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Seattle Shop? +
The directory ID for this listing is 14eb6404-97c4-4774-b5c6-aee7387e9057.
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 SEATTLE 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 SEATTLE 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 Seattle Shop.
Is Seattle Shop a law enforcement office or an administrative office? +
It's classified as a Shop. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Seattle Shop fall under? +
Seattle Shop is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the SEATTLE 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 Seattle Shop 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 Seattle Shop directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Seattle Shop issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Seattle Shop typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Seattle Shop handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Seattle Shop or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Seattle Shop 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. Seattle Shop may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Seattle Shop handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Seattle Shop investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Seattle Shop operates within the SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Renton, WA and the surrounding area.
Does Seattle Shop 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 Seattle Shop? +
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 Seattle Shop coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Seattle Shop, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Seattle Shop different from a local police department? +
Seattle Shop 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 Seattle Shop? +
ATF field offices, including Seattle Shop, 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 Seattle Shop? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Seattle Shop and the SEATTLE 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 Seattle Shop'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 Renton, WA? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Renton and across
WA, within the SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Seattle Shop? +
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 Seattle Shop.