Yes, there are 2 stages. First you send all the required documents and once approved, you then move to stage 2, which is your hotel and flight confirmation
Strange! Did you confirm the documents that you added when registering? Normally, when you register for the first time you would also receive an email confirming receipt and a reminder of the 6 digit number! You will just have to wait until the Embassy gets back to you.
Obviously, you are against the need for lockdown or receiving the vaccine! I am in quarantine in a hotel in Qatar at the moment as I have tested positive for COVID! Its a nightmare! Hopefully, you or your family are not subjected to the COVID disease!