| 1996 Fed Cup World Group | |
|---|---|
| Date | 27 April – 29 September |
| Edition | 6th |
| Champions | |
 United States | |
The World Group was the highest level of Fed Cup competition in 1996. Eight nations competed in a three-round knockout competition. Spain was the three-time defending champion, but they were defeated in the final by the finalist from the last two years, the United States, who captured their fifteenth title.