FIFA has informed all participating teams in the 2025 Arab Cup, to be held in Qatar from December 1 to 18, that November 20 is the final deadline for submitting their official player squads.

In a formal letter, FIFA also requested preliminary squad lists to be submitted in October, including both domestic and Arab league-based players, before final rosters are confirmed. Qualification playoffs are scheduled for November 25 and 26 to determine the remaining teams.