The concept of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) is rooted in international instruments such as the International Labour Organization’s Convention (ILO) on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples in Independent Countries and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. However, there is lack of clarity of FPIC concepts and debates over its definition and its implementation. The following document provides an overview of the key international instruments, mechanisms, and relevant statements and reports to help IPIECA members gain an understanding of FPIC.