[1] It is also the qualification for the FIFA Futsal World Cup.

There are 47 countries and territories that are permitted to compete for qualification into the tournament.

Iran are the current reigning champions, having won the tournament in 2024.

Qualified teams The following twelve teams which are current AFC members have never qualified for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup.

Matches that result defined in overtime (without penalty kicks) = AET Matches that result defined in penalty kicks = PSO