Some government dude said the alc ban would be extended for x weeks (don't remember exactly.) Then, 2-3 days later it was lifted. Emotional times they were 😅
Be advised the process can take quite a while. I got mine in May and it was a good month and a half. Hopefully, we'll see an announcement today that'll give you more than plenty time.
Never hurts to be prepared. For example, it's not unlikely that the "easy" extension will include that pesky embassy letter. But I'm sure you'll follow along from the beach and adapt if necessary :)