diff --git a/xep-0209.xml b/xep-0209.xml
index 3788a0e3..3e45177c 100644
--- a/xep-0209.xml
+++ b/xep-0209.xml
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
   <abstract>This document specifies an XMPP protocol extension for defining metacontacts and grouping member JIDs.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0209</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <sig>Standards JIG</sig>
   <approver>Council</approver>