When do the draws for the World Group, Zonal Groups, and the World Group Play-Off ties take place?
The draw for the World Group and Zonal Competitions I & II, at which each challenging Nation may be represented, shall be made by the Davis Cup Committee, not later than the second week of October.The draw for the World Group Play-off ties is made once the Zonal Group I second round matches have been played. Draws for Groups III and IV are made shortly before the event starts, although participating teams are known from the conclusion of the preceding year’s competition, and dates / venues are set before the start of the year.