Eleven nations took part competing first (as in Thomas Cup competition) within zones to qualify for interzone matches.
The final round was held in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, England on 18 March 1957.
Three teams qualified for the interzone stage of the competition, the United States, India, and Denmark.
Originally four teams were to be represented in the interzone matches, but New Zealand which qualified from Australasia withdrew.
Winning all three of her matches, Judy Devlin led the way to a decisive 6–1 victory for the USA.