U.S. singer Chris Brown’s tour of Australia and New Zealand has been canceled, promoters have confirmed.

    It follows months of speculation over whether Brown would be granted visas because of his domestic violence conviction.

    The statement from promoter Ticketek did not give a reason for the cancelation.

    It said Brown was “positive” the One Hell of a Nite tour, due to start next week, would take place at a later date.

    “Mr. Brown wishes to express his deepest gratitude to the fans for their support and looks forward to a successful tour in the near future,” the statement said.

    An Australian Immigration Department spokesperson told the BBC it could not comment on the case.

    “For reason of privacy the department cannot discuss any material provided to the minister by either Mr. Brown or representative,” the spokesperson said.

    Brown pleaded guilty in 2009 to assaulting his then-girlfriend, pop star Rihanna. He has since toured Australia twice.

    But in September, Australia’s immigration department issued a “notice of intention to consider refusal” ahead of his next planned tour. (SD-Agencies)