Statistics on Global UFO Belief

North America

1. United States:

   • 42% of Americans believe in UFOs, according to a 2023 Ipsos poll​ (Ipsos)​.

   • Pew Research Center's 2021 study found that 51% of Americans think UFOs reported by the military are likely evidence of intelligent life outside Earth​ (Pew Research Center)​.

   • A 2022 Statista survey indicated that about 39% of Americans believe in UFOs​ (Pew Research Center)​.

   • A 2023 HuffPost/YouGov poll revealed that 48% of Americans think UFOs could be a sign of extraterrestrial visitation​ (Ipsos)​.

2. Canada:

   • While specific recent percentages are less frequently cited, historical data suggest a significant interest in UFOs similar to that in the United States, with Canadian sightings continuing to attract public attention.

Europe

1. United Kingdom:

   • A YouGov survey found that approximately 50% of British adults believe in the existence of extraterrestrial life​ (Yahoo News)​.

   • Another study indicated that 7% of Brits believe they have personally seen a UFO​ (Yahoo News)​.

2. Germany:

   • Interest in UFOs is notable, with several active UFO research groups, though specific statistical data on believers are less commonly reported​ (DW)​.

3. France:

   • France has a significant number of UFO enthusiasts and an official government body (GEIPAN) dedicated to investigating UFO sightings.

4. Spain:

   • Spain also shows a robust interest in UFOs, with various local reports and studies indicating a persistent public fascination.

Asia

1. Japan:

   • Approximately 20-30% of people believe in UFOs or extraterrestrial life, influenced by cultural factors and media​ (TelecomTV)​.

2. India:

   • Interest in UFOs exists, but precise percentages are not well-documented. Anecdotal evidence suggests a growing curiosity about extraterrestrial phenomena​ (TelecomTV)​.

3. China:

   • Around 20% of the population is interested in UFOs, with increasing attention due to global discussions on the topic​ (TelecomTV)​.

4. Southeast Asia:

   • In Cambodia, about 15% of people believe in alien life, while Thailand has active UFO enthusiast communities​ (TelecomTV)​.

Latin America

1. Mexico:

   • Over 40% of Mexicans believe in the possibility of extraterrestrial life visiting Earth​ (Ipsos)​.

2. Brazil:

   • Surveys indicate that around 30-40% of Brazilians believe in UFOs​ (Ipsos)​.

3. Argentina:

   • Approximately 25-35% of Argentinians believe in UFOs, reflecting a strong interest in paranormal and extraterrestrial phenomena​ (Ipsos)​.

Australia/Oceania

1. Australia:

   • Approximately 30-40% of Australians believe in the existence of UFOs or extraterrestrial life​ (Ufos Australia )​. This interest is evidenced by numerous UFO sightings and dedicated communities such as UFOs Australia, which provides a platform for sharing and discussing UFO encounters.