Marilyn Manson’s Australian visa is reportedly being examined by the Department of Home Affairs ahead of his February 2027 tour — but there has been no independently confirmed government announcement of a formal investigation or any move to refuse him entry.
In a report published Wednesday, 28 October, Daily Mail Australia said a Home Affairs spokesperson told the outlet the department was “looking into” Manson’s visa. BLUNT has not independently verified that exchange, and the brief wording does not establish whether officials are conducting any additional examination beyond routine immigration processing.
The distinction matters. Applications for Australian visas are already subject to character requirements, and the department can ask for further information during an assessment. Neither a publicly confirmed visa refusal nor a cancellation relating to Manson has been established.
Daily Mail Australia has previously been the subject of upheld Australian Press Council complaints involving accuracy and corrections. That history does not establish that its Home Affairs report is wrong, but the claim warrants careful attribution: BLUNT has not independently confirmed any special visa investigation. The Press Council publishes its adjudication records.
What could the government actually do?
Under section 501 of the Migration Act 1958, Australian authorities can refuse or cancel visas on character grounds in relevant circumstances. The test is broader than criminal convictions alone, but allegations do not automatically mean an applicant fails it. Any decision depends on the evidence and applicable legal criteria.
There is precedent for intervention in controversial visits. In 2014, American pickup artist Julien Blanc had his Australian visa cancelled after criticism and protests over his seminars and conduct. ABC News reported the cancellation at the time. That case does not establish that Manson faces a comparable decision.
The allegations and ongoing civil case
Manson, whose legal name is Brian Warner, has faced accusations of sexual abuse and misconduct from multiple women. He has denied the allegations. Los Angeles prosecutors declined to bring criminal charges in January 2025, but separate civil litigation has continued.
Former assistant Ashley Walters’ lawsuit alleges sexual assault and other abuse. After earlier dismissals and reinstatements, a Los Angeles judge set the case for a jury trial on 15 November 2027. Manson denies the allegations, and his lawyer has indicated the defence intends to seek a ruling before trial. The allegations in that civil case have not been established by a trial verdict. BLUNT has previously reported on the proceedings.
Some Australian commentators, including journalist and victim advocate Sherele Moody, have publicly objected to the tour. However, the available reporting does not establish the scale of opposition or demonstrate that it has affected the scheduled performances.
What happens to the Australian shows?
Manson is scheduled to play Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall on 21 February, Melbourne’s PICA on 23 February, Adelaide’s AEC Theatre on 24 February and Sydney’s Enmore Theatre on 26 and 27 February. Presales are advertised for Thursday, 29 October, at 9am local time, with general tickets on sale Monday, 2 November, at 9am. The dates remain announced by the promoter, with ticket details listed here.
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