Request for an eTrace Account

You must correct the following errors to proceed:

Agency/Department/Office Code is required.

If you need assistance determining your agency's ORI number you may contact the National Tracing Center at (800) 788-7133. Or +1-304-260-1540.

Network ID is a required field. If you do not have a Network ID please contact the ATF Help Desk at (877) 875-3723, +1-919-881-1478 or e-mail them at Helpdesk-ESA3@atf.gov.

To register for eTrace, fill out the information below and submit.

Your Organization


I work for (click one) :	Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Other Federal/State/Local/International Law Enforcement Agencies


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ATF Office Code (BOC):
Agent Badge Number (if applicable):
ATF Network ID:

Law Enforcement Agency Users Only
Agency/Department ORI Number:
Agency/Department Name:
Officer Badge Number (if applicable):

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