All 32 Teams Confirmed for the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup
The full field for the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup is confirmed, with 32 national teams set to compete in the United States and Canada from August 20 to September 5, 2027. The lineup brings together continental champions, established international contenders and teams that secured their places through the FIVB World Ranking.
The United States and Canada qualified automatically as co-hosts, while Italy received an automatic place as the reigning champion from the 2025 edition. A further 15 teams earned qualification through the five continental competitions, with the remaining 14 places awarded to the highest-ranked eligible national teams.
The confirmed field includes major volleyball nations such as Brazil, China, Japan, Türkiye, Serbia and Poland. It also features Switzerland, which is set to make its first appearance in the Women’s World Cup.
This guide lists all 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup qualified teams, explains how they earned their places and highlights the key details fans should know before the tournament begins.
2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup Qualified Teams List
A total of 32 countries have secured places in the competition. The table below separates the automatic entries, continental qualifiers and teams that qualified through the world-ranking pathway.
Important qualification note: The confederation totals include teams that qualified through the FIVB World Ranking. The continental competitions awarded three places per confederation, while the remaining 14 teams qualified through the world-ranking pathway. The host nations and defending champion are listed separately because they received automatic places.
How the 32 Teams Qualified for the 2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup
The qualification process used three routes: automatic places for the two host nations and defending champion, continental qualification tournaments and the FIVB World Ranking.
1. Automatic Qualification: United States, Canada and Italy
Three teams did not need to compete for a place through the continental or ranking qualification process.
- United States: Qualified automatically as a host nation.
- Canada: Qualified automatically as the other host nation.
- Italy: Received an automatic place as the winner of the 2025 edition.
These three automatic entries helped establish the tournament’s 32-team field before the remaining qualification places were finalized.
2. Continental Qualifiers: 15 Teams
The five continental confederations each awarded three World Cup places through their respective women’s championship competitions.
AVC – Asian Volleyball Confederation
The three Asian teams to qualify were:
- China
- Japan
- Thailand
Thailand, China and Japan secured their places through the 2026 Asian continental competition.
CAVB – African Volleyball Confederation
Africa’s three qualified teams are:
- Egypt
- Kenya
- Cameroon
Egypt, Kenya and Cameroon will represent the African confederation at the tournament.
CEV – European Volleyball Confederation
Europe’s three continental qualifiers were:
- Türkiye
- Serbia
- Poland
These teams secured their places after reaching the semifinal stage of the 2026 European Championship alongside Italy, which was already qualified as defending champion.
NORCECA – North, Central America and Caribbean
The three continental qualifiers from NORCECA are:
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Puerto Rico
The United States and Canada are not counted among these three continental places because both had already qualified automatically as co-hosts.
CSV – South American Volleyball Confederation
South America’s three qualified teams are:
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
These nations will represent the South American confederation in the 2027 competition.
3. FIVB World Ranking Qualifiers: 14 Teams
The final 14 places were awarded to the highest-positioned national teams in the FIVB World Ranking that had not already qualified through the automatic or continental routes.
The ranking-based qualifiers, listed in the order given by the FIVB, are:
- Netherlands
- Russia
- Germany
- Czechia
- Belgium
- France
- Slovenia
- Sweden
- Mexico
- Ukraine
- Greece
- Korea
- Bulgaria
- Switzerland
These ranking places completed the 32-team lineup. Several of the countries also appear in the overall confederation breakdown above, which is why the total number of European and other regional teams is higher than the three places awarded through each continental championship.
Confederations With the Most Qualified Teams
Europe has the largest representation in the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup, with 15 teams in the field. The other confederations also have a mix of continental qualifiers and ranking-based entries.
European Teams Lead the Field
The CEV contingent includes Türkiye, Serbia, Poland, the Netherlands, Russia, Germany, Czechia, Belgium, France, Slovenia, Sweden, Ukraine, Greece, Bulgaria and Switzerland.
This gives Europe a substantial presence across the tournament and brings several established international teams into the competition.
Asia Has Four Representatives
China, Japan and Thailand qualified through the Asian continental competition. Korea secured its place through the FIVB World Ranking.
NORCECA Has Four Teams
Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico earned continental places. Mexico completed the region’s representation through the world-ranking route.
Africa and South America
Egypt, Kenya and Cameroon will represent Africa, while Brazil, Argentina and Colombia qualified from South America.
Switzerland Set for Its First Women’s World Cup Appearance
One of the notable stories among the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup qualified teams is Switzerland’s first appearance in the competition.
Switzerland secured the final available place through the FIVB World Ranking. The qualification marks an important milestone for the national team, which will make its debut among the 32 participating nations.
Its participation adds another European country to the field and gives the team an opportunity to compete against some of the world’s most established volleyball programmes.
Teams to Watch at the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup
The confirmed lineup includes several countries with strong international volleyball histories. Their performances will be among the major storylines when the competition begins.
Italy – Defending Champion
Italy enters the tournament as the defending champion after winning the 2025 edition. The team received an automatic place and will aim to add another major international title to its record.
United States – Co-Host Nation
The United States qualified automatically and will compete in front of home supporters. As one of the host countries, the American team will attract significant attention throughout the tournament.
Canada – Co-Host Nation
Canada will also benefit from automatic qualification as a host. The tournament gives the Canadian national team an opportunity to compete on home soil in front of local volleyball fans.
Brazil – South American Contender
Brazil qualified through the South American continental competition. The country is one of the most recognizable names in international women’s volleyball and will be looking to make a deep run.
China and Japan – Asian Representatives
China and Japan both qualified through the Asian competition. Their inclusion adds two major Asian volleyball programmes to the 32-team field.
Türkiye, Serbia and Poland – European Qualifiers
Türkiye, Serbia and Poland earned their places through the 2026 European Championship. They will join the other European teams in a field featuring 15 countries from the CEV region.
2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup: Tournament Details
The tournament will take place across five cities in two countries. Pool play will be hosted in four cities, while the final stages will be held in Anaheim, California.
The 32 teams will be divided into eight pools of four. The two best-placed teams in each pool will advance to the elimination rounds, beginning with the Round of 16.
2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Qualification
The 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup will also play an important role in the qualification process for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
Three Olympic places will be awarded to the three highest-finishing teams at the World Cup that have not already qualified for the Olympic volleyball competition.
This means the tournament offers more than the chance to win an international title. For eligible national teams still seeking an Olympic place, a strong finish in 2027 could secure a place at LA28.
The Olympic qualification opportunity is expected to add extra significance to the later stages of the competition, particularly for teams competing near the top of the standings.
Where Will the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup Be Played?
Five host cities across the United States and Canada will stage the tournament.
- Anaheim, California: Honda Center
- Omaha, Nebraska: CHI Health Center Arena
- Orlando, Florida: Kia Center
- Montreal, Quebec: Bell Centre
- Quebec City, Quebec: Videotron Centre
The four opening-stage cities will host pool matches and Round-of-16 games. Anaheim will host the finals stage, including the championship final on September 5, 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teams qualified for the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup?
Thirty-two national teams have qualified for the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup. The field includes three automatic entries, 15 continental qualifiers and 14 teams selected through the FIVB World Ranking.
Which countries are hosting the 2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup?
The United States and Canada are co-hosting the tournament. The five host cities are Anaheim, Omaha, Orlando, Montreal and Quebec City.
Which teams qualified automatically?
The United States and Canada qualified as host countries, while Italy received an automatic place as the defending champion from the 2025 edition.
Which confederation has the most qualified teams?
Europe has the largest representation, with 15 teams in the final field. This total includes the three continental qualifiers and European teams that qualified through the FIVB World Ranking.
How many teams qualified from Asia?
Four Asian teams are in the final field: China, Japan, Thailand and Korea. The first three qualified through the continental competition, while Korea earned its place through the world-ranking pathway.
Did Mexico qualify for the 2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup?
Yes. Mexico qualified through the FIVB World Ranking, joining Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico as the four NORCECA representatives.
Is Switzerland playing in the 2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup for the first time?
Yes. Switzerland will make its first appearance in the competition after securing a place through the FIVB World Ranking.
Who is the defending champion?
Italy is the defending champion after winning the 2025 edition. The team qualified automatically for the 2027 tournament.
Does the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup offer Olympic qualification?
Yes. The three highest-finishing teams that have not already qualified will earn places in the women’s indoor volleyball competition at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
When does the tournament begin and end?
The competition is scheduled to run from August 20 through September 5, 2027. The final will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
Final Thoughts on the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup Qualified Teams
The 32-team field for the 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup is now complete. The United States and Canada will enter as co-hosts, Italy will attempt to defend its title, and 29 other national teams will compete for the championship and the opportunity to secure an Olympic place.
Europe has the largest representation, while Asia, Africa, NORCECA and South America will each bring their own mix of continental qualifiers and ranking-based entrants. Switzerland’s first appearance is another important milestone in the tournament’s confirmed lineup.
With the competition scheduled for August 20 to September 5, 2027, fans can now follow the qualified nations as they prepare for the pool draw, match schedule and the race toward the final in Anaheim.
