Chris Brown attends a sentencing hearing in Los Angeles (Photo : REUTERS/KEVORK DJANSEZIAN/POOL)
Australia's immigration authority have warned that "Loyal" singer Chris Brown's past domestic violence records will most likely result in a refusal of a visa, preventing Brown from continuing with his tour of the country.
Immigration Minister, Peter Dutton told the BBC that Australia's immigration department has received, "notice of intention to consider refusal," regarding Brown's visa application.
Tour promoters still remain optimistic issuing a statement by Brown's management company saying they are confident the "Don't Judge Me" singer's "continued personal growth" will influence the decision to grant Brown a visa in his favor.
The statement has added that Brown has visited Australia twice since his infamous domestic assault incident of 2009.Further the statement said contrary to media reports, Brown's request to enter Australia on the grounds of his tour has still not been officially denied.
The situation has caused confusion among fans with tickets going on sale for the four-day tour in Dec. If denied Brown has 28 days to appeal against the refusal of his visa should he decide to pursue the matter further, according to the Sydney Morning Herald.
While Brown's scheduled concert is set to take place across Brisbane, Perth, Sydney and Melbourne, websites selling tickets have informed buyers that the shows are yet to be confirmed.
Fans have launched an online petition via change.org and have gathered more than 3,000 supporters to appeal to the Australian government to consider letting Brown perform in the country.
Meanwhile, the "Turn Up The Music" singer is to tour New Zealand at the same time. However, New Zealand Immigration Minister, Michael Woodhouse has said the country is yet to receive a visa application from Brown. Woodhouse added that Brown would require a "special direction" waiver in order to enter New Zealand.
