About this office
Washington Field Division is a Division Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 607 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the WASHINGTON FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Washington Field Division.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Washington or across DC to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Washington Field Division in Washington, DC
This office
Where is Washington Field Division located? +
Washington Field Division is located at 607 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Washington Field Division? +
Washington Field Division is classified as a Division Office within the WASHINGTON FIELD DIVISION.
What is a Division 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 Washington Field Division? +
The ZIP code for Washington Field Division in Washington, DC is 20005.
What city and state is Washington Field Division in? +
Washington Field Division is in Washington, DC.
How do I contact Washington Field Division? +
Contact details for Washington Field Division aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
WASHINGTON FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Washington Field Division open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Washington Field Division 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 Washington Field Division aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Washington Field Division the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Washington Field Division is a Division Office under the WASHINGTON FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Washington Field Division? +
The directory ID for this listing is c1daaee6-0829-4d72-9290-bdd0f38afe0f.
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 WASHINGTON 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 WASHINGTON 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 Washington Field Division.
Is Washington Field Division a law enforcement office or an administrative office? +
It's classified as a Division Office. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Washington Field Division fall under? +
Washington Field Division is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the WASHINGTON 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 Washington Field Division 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 Washington Field Division directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Washington Field Division issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Washington Field Division typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Washington Field Division handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Washington Field Division or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Washington Field Division 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. Washington Field Division may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Washington Field Division handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the WASHINGTON FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Washington Field Division investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Washington Field Division operates within the WASHINGTON FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Washington, DC and the surrounding area.
Does Washington Field Division 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 Washington Field Division? +
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 Washington Field Division coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Washington Field Division, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Washington Field Division different from a local police department? +
Washington Field Division 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 Washington Field Division? +
ATF field offices, including Washington Field Division, 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 Washington Field Division? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Washington Field Division and the WASHINGTON 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 Washington Field Division'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 Washington, DC? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Washington and across
DC, within the WASHINGTON FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Washington Field Division? +
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 Washington Field Division.