Top 10 Countries with the Most UFO Sightings in 2025

World map glowing with UFO hotspots, representing countries with the most UFO sightings in 2025.

UFO sightings in 2025 are skyrocketing across the world. From North America to Europe and beyond, citizens, pilots and even military personnel continue to report strange aerial phenomena. Using verified reports from databases such as NUFORC, government disclosures and international media coverage, here are the top 10 countries where UFO activity has made headlines in 2025.

1. United States

The United States remains the epicenter of UFO activity. NUFORC reported over 2,000 sightings in the first half of 2025 alone. Florida, California and New York remain hotspots, with numerous cases involving daylight discs, triangular crafts and silent objects hovering over populated areas.

2. United Kingdom

The UK has seen a surge in both civilian and military-related UFO reports. Following the late 2024 incursions over RAF bases Lakenheath and Mildenhall, 2025 has continued to generate unexplained aerial sightings. Full coverage available at CBS News.

3. Canada

Canada has recorded hundreds of sightings in 2025, particularly in Ontario and British Columbia. Witnesses frequently describe glowing orbs and silent triangular formations. Canadian media has reported increasing pressure on the government to release more information about UFO data shared with NORAD.

4. Brazil

Brazil continues its legacy as one of South America’s UFO hotspots. In 2025, residents of São Paulo and rural regions have reported mass sightings of strange lights. Historical context shows Brazil has a long track record of military and civilian UFO encounters, reinforcing its position in this year’s rankings.

5. Mexico

Mexican media in 2025 has highlighted several high-profile cases of UFOs captured on video near Mexico City and along coastal regions. Pilots have also submitted testimonies about strange lights following commercial aircraft. Mexico remains a consistent UFO hotspot every year.

6. Australia

Australia is experiencing a wave of daylight UFO reports in 2025, particularly in Queensland and New South Wales. Civilian pilots and beachgoers have shared footage of fast-moving objects with unusual flight patterns. UFO groups in Australia continue to log verified cases monthly.

7. France

France’s national space agency CNES, through its GEIPAN unit, continues to catalog UAP reports. In 2025, witnesses across Paris and southern regions reported triangular crafts and glowing spheres. France remains unique as one of the few countries with an official government UAP program.

8. Japan

Japan has seen increased sightings near coastal areas and over Tokyo. In 2025, fishermen and airline passengers have reported multiple UFOs with sudden movements. Japan’s open media coverage on UAP has helped bring more reports into the public eye.

9. India

India has experienced a spike in reports, particularly in northern states and over the Himalayas. Many sightings describe metallic objects moving silently at high altitude. India’s growing civilian UFO research groups are pushing for government acknowledgment of these phenomena.

10. Italy

Italy rounds out the top 10 with significant 2025 UFO activity, particularly in Rome, Sicily and Sardinia. Local media has covered several daylight sightings, while Italian researchers continue to link modern encounters with historic cases dating back to the 1950s.

Final Note: While some cases may be explained as drones, satellites, or atmospheric phenomena, the sheer number of verified sightings in 2025 across multiple countries proves that the UFO phenomenon is global and growing. The fact that governments and mainstream media are now documenting these cases shows how serious the subject has become.