awesome! Thank you so much for that. Reassuring to know others have had similar waiting times recently and I am free to explore a bit more of the island now too!
yes says payment went through fine (on their site and just double checked my bank) and now it is processing - awaiting document check (1) on the website.
Relieved to hear I am not stuck in this place though as far too remote for my liking. Much rather make the most of my extended stay! :)