# Statistics on Global UFO Belief

#### North America

1. **United States**:
   * 42% of Americans believe in UFOs, according to a 2023 Ipsos poll​ ([Ipsos](https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/many-americans-believe-supernatural-ufos))​.
   * 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](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2021/06/30/most-americans-believe-in-intelligent-life-beyond-earth-few-see-ufos-as-a-major-national-security-threat/))​.
   * A 2022 Statista survey indicated that about 39% of Americans believe in UFOs​ ([Pew Research Center](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2021/06/30/most-americans-believe-in-intelligent-life-beyond-earth-few-see-ufos-as-a-major-national-security-threat/))​.
   * A 2023 HuffPost/YouGov poll revealed that 48% of Americans think UFOs could be a sign of extraterrestrial visitation​ ([Ipsos](https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/many-americans-believe-supernatural-ufos))​.
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](https://uk.news.yahoo.com/how-many-people-think-aliens-and-ufos-exist-heres-what-we-know-181223250.html))​.
   * Another study indicated that 7% of Brits believe they have personally seen a UFO​ ([Yahoo News](https://uk.news.yahoo.com/how-many-people-think-aliens-and-ufos-exist-heres-what-we-know-181223250.html))​.
2. **Germany**:
   * Interest in UFOs is notable, with several active UFO research groups, though specific statistical data on believers are less commonly reported​ ([DW](https://www.dw.com/en/ufos-and-aliens-in-germany/a-58077707))​.
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](https://disruptive.asia/most-people-believe-in-ufos-but-are-they-actually-aliens/))​.
2. **India**:
   * Interest in UFOs exists, but precise percentages are not well-documented. Anecdotal evidence suggests a growing curiosity about extraterrestrial phenomena​ ([TelecomTV](https://disruptive.asia/most-people-believe-in-ufos-but-are-they-actually-aliens/))​.
3. **China**:
   * Around 20% of the population is interested in UFOs, with increasing attention due to global discussions on the topic​ ([TelecomTV](https://disruptive.asia/most-people-believe-in-ufos-but-are-they-actually-aliens/))​.
4. **Southeast Asia**:
   * In Cambodia, about 15% of people believe in alien life, while Thailand has active UFO enthusiast communities​ ([TelecomTV](https://disruptive.asia/most-people-believe-in-ufos-but-are-they-actually-aliens/))​.

#### Latin America

1. **Mexico**:
   * Over 40% of Mexicans believe in the possibility of extraterrestrial life visiting Earth​ ([Ipsos](https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/many-americans-believe-supernatural-ufos))​.
2. **Brazil**:
   * Surveys indicate that around 30-40% of Brazilians believe in UFOs​ ([Ipsos](https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/many-americans-believe-supernatural-ufos))​.
3. **Argentina**:
   * Approximately 25-35% of Argentinians believe in UFOs, reflecting a strong interest in paranormal and extraterrestrial phenomena​ ([Ipsos](https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/many-americans-believe-supernatural-ufos))​.

#### Australia/Oceania

1. **Australia**:
   * Approximately 30-40% of Australians believe in the existence of UFOs or extraterrestrial life​ ([Ufos Australia ](https://ufosaustralia.com/))​. 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.
