diff --git a/xep-0283.xml b/xep-0283.xml
index d46055ce..9fab930c 100644
--- a/xep-0283.xml
+++ b/xep-0283.xml
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@
   <abstract>This document defines an XMPP protocol extension that enables a user to inform its contacts about a change in JID.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0283</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <sig>Standards</sig>
   <approver>Council</approver>