SSN application in another state for new H-1B Folks!

[it_pro77]

Hi,

One of my freind who came on H-1B ( New) recently landed for the 1st
time in USA from INDIA.
Can he apply SSN in a different state, than the state where LCA was
originally filed in?
I live in another state , different than his employer's.
The SSA office says, he can apply where ever he lives ,
does not have to be where the employer is.

IF he applies in my state, Is there any delay in getting SSN card??

I really appreciate an earlier reply.

Thanks,
it_pro77

 

[manwithnoname]

Not sure about the regulations but I applied for SSN in Virginia, that was my my employer's location - but I always lived outside of Virginia.