2004 African Cup of Nations qualification

Qualifying round

The 52 nations were divided into 13 groups of four teams, with the 13 group winners and the best runner-up from all groups qualifying for the finals. Qualifying took place between 6 September 2002 and 6 July 2003.

Group 1

Note:  Djibouti withdrew.

Note: Tanzania pulled out for financial reasons and the game was awarded to Sudan.

The match was abandoned at 3-0 in 85' when Mauritania were reduced to six players following 5 red cards. The result stood.

Group 8

Note:  São Tomé and Príncipe withdrew.

Group 10

Note:  Guinea-Bissau withdrew.