Thank you!
My program was until 31 August, actual convocation was in November.
Their first request of additional info was - please provide the confirmation that you completed the requirements of your degree, so I do believe they make a pre-assessment of the application and then put it on hold until you prove that you actually completed your degree. However I was not told that I was pre-approved or smth like this. I just sent them the confirmation they wanted and had to wait for another few months as the quota was reached.
