Can H-1 be extended based upon family-based green card?

Question details

I am on H1B. If applied for GC through Family Based 4 category (brother/sister) can I apply for extension of my stay after my 6 yrs H1 period once the I-130 approved? Or this extension request is applicable only on Employment Based processing after Labor clearance?

ANSWER

You cannot. This extension is available only to employment-based applicants.

Nonimmigrant Visas