The 2001 Davis Cup World Group qualifying round was held from 21 September to 14 October.
They were the main play-offs of the 2001 Davis Cup.
The winners of the playoffs advanced to the 2002 Davis Cup World Group, and the losers were relegated to their respective Zonal Regions I.
Bold indicates team had qualified for the 2001 Davis Cup World Group.
Date: 21–23 September; 12–14 October The eight losing teams in the World Group first round ties and eight winners of the Zonal Group I final round ties competed in the World Group qualifying round for spots in the 2002 World Group.