Though the Moors are most numerous in Mauritania, there are many who live in nearby countries in Northwest Africa especially Morocco, Western Sahara and Senegal. There are a smaller number of Moors in Gambia, Niger, Niger, and Libya. Some also live in Europe. The Moors are primarily farmers.

The Senegal visa policy permits citizens of over 59 countries, including citizens of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States), all EU countries, the UK, the USA, and India, to enter and stay in Senegal as tourists without a visa for up to 90 days.