Federal
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives - Chicago, IL
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives - Chicago, IL
Federal / National Level
54 Years of Public Service (Est. 1972)
525 W Van Buren St, Chicago, Illinois 60607
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Chicago Field Division
- Jurisdiction: Covers the Northern District of Illinois and the state of Indiana for regulatory and criminal enforcement.
- Mission: Investigates violent crimes involving firearms, arson, and explosives, and regulates relevant industries.
- Operations: Works closely with local police and task forces to combat gun trafficking and gang violence.
The ATF is a federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Justice. The Chicago Field Division manages a team of special agents and industry operations investigators. This location serves as the administrative headquarters for the division and is not a walk-in service center for general inquiries.
Contact & Security
- Reporting: To report illegal firearms activity, use the hotline or the 'Report It' mobile app.
- Access: The office is in a secure federal facility; public access is strictly controlled and by appointment only.
- Licensing: Federal Firearms License (FFL) questions should be directed to the Industry Operations investigators.
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Location & Access
Facility Address
525 W Van Buren St
Chicago, Illinois 60607
Parking & Accessibility
Paid Parking Garage Wheelchair Accessible Entrance Elevators Available Near Subway / Metro Near Bus Route / Stop
Public Transit Lines
Stop: Clinton (Blue Line), Stop: Clinton & Van Buren (Bus Route: 7), Stop: Union Station Transit Center
Security & Dress Code
Airport-Style Screening Valid Photo ID Required Proof of Appointment Required No Weapons No Cameras or Recording No Smartwatches / Laptops
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