ATF's Snooze-Worthy Update to Personal Identity Verification Form
Published Date: 7/10/2025
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Summary
The ATF is updating its Personal Identity Verification form (Form 8620.40) and asking for public feedback before sending it to the government for approval. This affects anyone who needs to prove their identity to the ATF, making the process smoother and clearer. No big costs or delays are expected, but folks should keep an eye out for the comment deadline!
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ATF updates identity verification form
If you need to prove your identity to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the ATF is updating its Personal Identity Verification Form (ATF Form 8620.40) and is asking the public for feedback before sending the form to the Office of Management and Budget for approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The agency says the change is meant to make the process smoother and clearer and that no big costs or delays are expected; watch for the public comment deadline.
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