The 1985 Federation Cup was the 23rd edition of the most important competition between national teams in women's tennis. The tournament was held at the Nagoya Green Tennis Club in Nagoya, Japan, from 6–14 October. Czechoslovakia defeated the United States in the final, giving Czechoslovakia their 4th and 3rd consecutive title.
All ties were played at the Nagoya Green Tennis Club in Nagoya, Japan, on hard courts.
Winning nations advance to Main Draw, losing nations play in Consolation Rounds.
1st Round losing teams play in Consolation Rounds