The number of countries in Asia varies slightly depending on the source and criteria used, but the most commonly accepted figures are:
- According to the United Nations, there are 48 countries in Asia
- Some sources, including Wikipedia, list 49 countries , counting transcontinental countries partly in Europe such as Russia, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Georgia
- Other references mention up to 51 countries commonly listed as part of Asia, including some territories and regions
In summary, the generally recognized number of countries in Asia is between 48 and 51 , with 48 countries being the official UN count.
