About this office
Puerto Rico I is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 350 Calle Chardon, San Juan, PR 918.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the MIAMI FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Puerto Rico I.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in San Juan or across PR to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Puerto Rico I in San Juan, PR
This office
Where is Puerto Rico I located? +
Puerto Rico I is located at 350 Calle Chardon, San Juan, PR 918. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Puerto Rico I? +
Puerto Rico I is classified as a Field Office within the MIAMI 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 Puerto Rico I? +
The ZIP code for Puerto Rico I in San Juan, PR is 918.
What city and state is Puerto Rico I in? +
Puerto Rico I is in San Juan, PR.
How do I contact Puerto Rico I? +
Contact details for Puerto Rico I aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
MIAMI FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Puerto Rico I open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Puerto Rico I 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 Puerto Rico I aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Puerto Rico I the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Puerto Rico I is a Field Office under the MIAMI FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Puerto Rico I? +
The directory ID for this listing is 12ff67c3-1a8c-4498-aa1e-fbea6de2c7a1.
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 MIAMI 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 MIAMI 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 Puerto Rico I.
Is Puerto Rico I 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 Puerto Rico I fall under? +
Puerto Rico I is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the MIAMI 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 Puerto Rico I 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 Puerto Rico I directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Puerto Rico I issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Puerto Rico I typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Puerto Rico I handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Puerto Rico I or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Puerto Rico I 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. Puerto Rico I may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Puerto Rico I handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the MIAMI FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Puerto Rico I investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Puerto Rico I operates within the MIAMI FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering San Juan, PR and the surrounding area.
Does Puerto Rico I 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 Puerto Rico I? +
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 Puerto Rico I coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Puerto Rico I, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Puerto Rico I different from a local police department? +
Puerto Rico I 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 Puerto Rico I? +
ATF field offices, including Puerto Rico I, 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 Puerto Rico I? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Puerto Rico I and the MIAMI 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 Puerto Rico I'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 San Juan, PR? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in San Juan and across
PR, within the MIAMI FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Puerto Rico I? +
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 Puerto Rico I.