Took me from Feb 1st till May 30th for RP and I am still working on getting my wife and child's permit - That is with the help of Mandoop and facilitators from the sponsoring company. During this time we have been forced to either leave the country every 30 days or extend a visitors visa. - Some advice I have had is that it might be better to come and get your RP 1st and then bring your family. - You need to talk to your employer seriously.